Summary
President Donald Trump launched a new initiative called the Board of Peace during the Davos Economic Forum. This initiative aims to promote global peace and could potentially reduce the influence of established international organizations like the United Nations. The Board, chaired by Trump, has been endorsed by some countries, but others have expressed concerns.
Key Facts
- President Trump announced the formation of a Board of Peace at the Davos Economic Forum.
- The Board was initially tied to US-led efforts to end conflict in Gaza and supported by a UN resolution.
- Trump will serve as the Board's chairman for life, with significant powers over its membership and operations.
- Joining the Board as a permanent member requires a fee of $1 billion.
- Nineteen countries participated in the Board's inauguration, though others have hesitated or raised concerns.
- Critics are worried this new initiative might undermine the role of existing international bodies like the UN.
- European countries face challenges in responding to this initiative due to its geopolitical implications.
