By Trendsetter Tribune 
A draft charter reviewed by Bloomberg indicates that the Biden administration’s successor, President Donald Trump, is proposing a new international body called a “Board of Peace,” and that countries wishing to join would be asked to provide at least $1 billion in funding.
The charter, seen by Bloomberg, states that Trump would serve as the board’s inaugural chairman with authority to approve member states and key decisions, a structure that has drawn criticism from some observers.
Membership Rules and Financial Requirements
Under the draft guidelines:
- Each member state would serve a term of up to three years once the charter takes effect.
- States that contribute more than $1 billion in cash within the first year would not be bound by the three‑year limit.
- Member states would have one vote each, but major decisions would require approval from the chairman.
The draft also says that Trump would approve the board’s official seal and that the group would hold voting meetings at least annually, as well as non‑voting executive sessions at least quarterly.
Critics Raise Concerns
Critics told Bloomberg that the proposal appears to position Trump at the center of control over membership and funding, potentially creating an organization that could rival existing global institutions such as the United Nations, which Trump has previously criticized.
According to people familiar with internal deliberations, some nations regard elements of the draft charter as unacceptable and are exploring collective opposition to the plan. These individuals spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss private discussions.
Trump’s Invitations and International Reaction
Bloomberg reports that Trump has invited several world leaders — including Argentina’s Javier Milei and Canada’s Mark Carney — to participate in a Board of Peace for Gaza as part of the broader initiative.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly criticized the Gaza board plan, saying its details had not been coordinated with his government.
Several European countries have also been invited, according to people familiar with the matter.
Leadership Structure and Powers
The draft charter gives the chairman — in this case, Trump — several notable powers:
- Approval of the board’s agenda and member states
- Authority to designate a successor chairman
- Ability to remove member states, though this could be overridden by a two‑thirds majority vote
The board would not become official until three member states agree to the charter.
White House Advisory Panel Announced
On Friday, the White House announced the formation of an initial executive panel linked to the initiative. That panel includes:
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio
- Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff
- Trump’s son‑in‑law Jared Kushner
- Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair
This panel is intended to precede the full formation of the Board of Peace.
Conclusion
The draft charter for the proposed Board of Peace outlines an ambitious and controversial international mechanism that would require substantial financial contributions, vest significant authority in the U.S. president, and shape future involvement in global peace efforts. International response so far, based on reports from anonymous sources, suggests that support is not uniform and that significant diplomatic negotiations lie ahead.