In a significant diplomatic development, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has formally accepted an invitation from the United States to participate in the newly established ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) confirmed the nation’s involvement on January 20, framing the decision as a strategic move to advance regional stability and Palestinian rights.
The UAE’s participation aligns with its endorsement of President Donald Trump’s comprehensive 20-point peace framework for Gaza. According to official statements, the Board will operate under Trump’s chairmanship with a mandate to provide strategic oversight, mobilize international resources, and ensure accountability throughout Gaza’s reconstruction process.
This commitment follows the recent appointment of Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, to the Gaza Executive Board. This subsidiary body functions as a critical liaison between the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) and the broader Peace Board structure.
The White House has outlined that the initiative’s second phase will involve comprehensive demilitarization efforts and the reconstruction of Gaza’s infrastructure. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff emphasized that these measures include “the disarmament of all unauthorized personnel” as a fundamental component of the peace process.
The UAE joins several Arab nations recruited by the US administration to contribute to this multilateral effort, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s growing influence in Middle Eastern diplomacy and conflict resolution initiatives.