Trump Invites PM Modi to Join New Board of Peace for Gaza Transition Efforts

US President Donald Trump has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in the newly formed Board of Peace, aimed at fostering lasting peace in Gaza and addressing global conflicts. This initiative follows a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

US President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to join the Board of Peace. This board aims to establish lasting peace in Gaza and address global conflicts with a fresh perspective. The invitation was shared on social media by Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador to India. Trump's initiative is part of a broader ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

The Board of Peace is envisioned as an international body to promote stability and governance in Gaza, potentially addressing other global conflicts. Initially, its role was to oversee governance and coordinate funding for Gaza's redevelopment, following years of military conflict. The board is part of Trump's comprehensive plan announced on September 29, which includes a 20-point roadmap for Middle East peace.

International Cooperation and Leadership

Trump's letter to Modi highlighted the United Nations Security Council's support for this vision through Resolution 2803. The president emphasised the need to transform these plans into reality. "At the heart of the Plan is The Board of Peace, the most impressive and consequential Board ever assembled," Trump wrote, describing it as a new International Organization and Transitional Governing Administration.

The board will consist of distinguished nations ready to lead by example and invest in a secure future. Trump stated, "We will convene our wonderful and committed partners, most of whom are Highly Respected World Leaders, in the near future." The Financial Times reported that the board aims to promote stability and lawful governance in conflict-affected areas.

Strategic Oversight and Accountability

The Trump administration announced that the Board of Peace will play a crucial role in implementing Trump's 20-point plan. This includes strategic oversight, mobilising international resources, and ensuring accountability as Gaza transitions from conflict to peace. The plan envisions Gaza as a deradicalised zone that poses no threat to its neighbours.

An executive board has been formed to operationalise this vision. Members include US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, US special envoy Steve Witkoff, businessman Jared Kushner, and World Bank president Ajay Banga. Marc Rowan from Apollo Global Management and US national security adviser Robert Gabriel are also part of this committee.

Future Prospects for Peace

The executive board will oversee another group called the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). This structure aims to ensure effective governance and prosperity in Gaza. Trump's initiative seeks to bring together world leaders committed to building lasting peace through pragmatic solutions.

In a post on X, Ambassador Gor expressed his honour in conveying Trump's invitation to Modi. He stated that the Board would support effective governance for stability and prosperity in Gaza. As global leaders collaborate under Trump's leadership, there is hope for enduring peace in regions affected by conflict.

With inputs from PTI