U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled his controversial 'Board of Peace' at Davos this week, sparking global debate. The initiative, first proposed in September 2025, aims to resolve conflicts like the Gaza war and expand to other global crises. But with a $1 billion price tag for permanent membership, who’s signing up?
💰 The Billion-Dollar Peace Club
Member states get three-year terms unless they pay $1 billion for permanent seats – a move critics call "pay-to-peace." Current founding members include U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump envoy Steve Witkoff, former UK PM Tony Blair, and Jared Kushner. Trump chairs the board, claiming it'll work alongside the UN to "do pretty much whatever we want."
🌐 Mixed International Response
While Trump claims "everybody wants to be part of it," European leaders express skepticism about the board's expanding role. The announcement comes a day after Trump vowed not to forcibly acquire Greenland – a statement some see as damage control before this peace initiative rollout.
❓ What’s Next?
The board plans to start with Gaza before tackling other conflicts. But with funding requirements and questions about UN collaboration, many wonder if this is diplomacy innovation or reality TV geopolitics. As one Davos attendee tweeted: "Is this *actually* happening?" 🍿
