$1 Billion in Cash Buys a Permanent Seat on Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Isabel KershnerJanuary 18, 2026 at 03:37 PM

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President Trump is establishing a "Board of Peace," ostensibly to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza following the Israel-Hamas war. However, the board's charter, sent to potential member countries, makes no mention of Gaza, suggesting a potentially broader mandate. Permanent membership on the board requires a $1 billion contribution within the first year. The board's members include Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Jared Kushner, and Ajay Banga. Several countries, including Argentina, Canada, Egypt, and Turkey, have received invitations to join. The board's creation follows a UN Security Council resolution endorsing Trump's peace plan for Gaza and welcoming the board as a transitional administration for redevelopment.

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Key Player Opposition Context

King Abdullah II 40% Argentina 40% Turkey 40% Egypt 40% Canada 40% World Bank 50% Ajay Banga 50% Jared Kushner 60% Marco Rubio 60% UN ×270% Gaza ×680% Donald Trump ×790%

Keywords

board of peace 100% gaza rebuilding 80% international peacekeeping 70% trump plan 60% united nations security council 60% funding 50% international relations 40% conflict resolution 40%

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New York Times - World

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Center-Left (-0.30)

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90%

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Gaza

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