In a significant diplomatic development, eight predominantly Muslim nations have formally agreed to participate in former US President Donald Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ initiative for Gaza. The coalition includes Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.
Foreign ministers from these nations issued a joint statement on Wednesday confirming their commitment to the peace framework. Each country will undertake necessary legal procedures to formally accede to the agreement, building on previous announcements from Egypt, Pakistan, and the UAE regarding their participation.
The participating states expressed strong endorsement for Trump’s mediation efforts and pledged support for implementing the peace council’s transitional mandate. This mandate, established under United Nations Security Council Resolution No. 2803, forms part of a comprehensive strategy to resolve the Gaza conflict.
The initiative aims to achieve multiple objectives: cementing a permanent ceasefire arrangement, facilitating Gaza’s reconstruction efforts, and promoting a sustainable peace settlement. The framework recognizes the Palestinian right to self-determination and supports the establishment of a Palestinian state in alignment with international legal standards. Ultimately, the program seeks to foster regional security and stability for all nations and populations involved.
This multinational collaboration represents one of the most substantial Middle East peace initiatives in recent years, bringing together key regional powers with significant influence over the conflict’s resolution.