Trump Plans Funding Conditions for Gaza Peace Board

The US administration under President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to make participation in a proposed “Gaza Peace Board” conditional on substantial financial contributions. According to draft statutes cited by several media outlets, countries seeking long-term membership in the body would be required to provide at least one billion US dollars in direct funding.

Under the proposal, membership in the board would initially be limited to three years. States wishing to retain a permanent seat beyond that period would need to commit the required financial contribution within the first year. Countries that fail to do so would lose their voting rights and participation status. The draft reportedly names Donald Trump as chair of the board, granting him significant influence over its composition and decision-making procedures.

The proposed Gaza Peace Board is intended to oversee the post-conflict administration, reconstruction, and economic development of the Gaza Strip following a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Its mandate would include coordinating international investment, managing reconstruction funds, and supporting the establishment of long-term governance structures.

Reports indicate that several countries have been approached regarding participation, including Canada, Argentina, and Turkey. In addition, prominent political figures such as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Trump adviser Jared Kushner are said to be associated with the initiative, a fact that has already triggered political debate.

Critics argue that tying participation in a peace and reconstruction framework to large financial payments risks undermining the legitimacy of international mediation efforts. They warn that influence within the board could become dependent on financial capacity rather than diplomatic credibility, potentially sidelining established multilateral institutions such as the United Nations. Supporters, however, contend that Gaza’s reconstruction will require massive and immediate funding commitments and that clear financial obligations could accelerate rebuilding efforts.

The proposal has not yet been formally adopted, and neither the precise legal status of the board nor the final list of participating countries has been confirmed. Nevertheless, the initiative underscores ongoing tensions over how international responsibility for Gaza’s future governance and reconstruction should be structured amid a fragile security and political environment.

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