Board of Peace for Gaza:
India has received an invitation from the United States to join the Board of Peace for Gaza, but it has not yet communicated its final decision on participation.
- Board of Peace for Gaza is a US-led intergovernmental body, established under UN Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 2803 (2025), to enact a comprehensive US peace plan for the reconstruction of Gaza.
- The initiative is not under UN command, but the “Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict” it supports has UNSC endorsement, providing it international legitimacy.
- It is proposed to be chaired by US President Donald J. Trump.
- Comprising high-level figures with expertise in diplomacy, development, and economics, including former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and others.
- A supporting operational body that coordinates on-the-ground activities.
- Bulgarian diplomat Nickolay Mladenov, serving as the primary on-the-ground liaison.
- A 15-member committee of politically independent Palestinian technocrats, chaired by Ali Shaath (a former Palestinian Authority deputy minister), responsible for day-to-day civil administration.
- To provide strategic oversight and mobilize resources for Gaza’s demilitarization, reconstruction, economic recovery, and transitional governance until a stable administration is in place.
- Its initial authorization lasts until 31st December 2027.
- Invitations have been extended to many countries, including Greece, Pakistan, and India.
- A unique funding model allows for non-contributing three-year memberships (can be renewed), while a USD 1 billion payment grants permanent status, with funds allocated for Gaza’s reconstruction.
