Trump Pushes Gaza 'Board of Peace' at Davos Amidst Allied Pushback

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CNBC TV18•20-01-2026, 08:11
Trump Pushes Gaza 'Board of Peace' at Davos Amidst Allied Pushback
- •US President Donald Trump plans to sign the Gaza 'Board of Peace' at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 22.
- •The White House aims to finalize the committee's constitution, but European allies seek to rewrite terms for a coordinated response.
- •French President Emmanuel Macron will not join; Canadian PM Mark Carney is open in principle but unwilling to pay for permanent membership.
- •Leaders like PM Modi and PM Sharif were invited, but willingness to sign is unclear, especially with a $1 billion permanent seat fee.
- •Israel supports the board in principle but objects to a Gaza committee under it, citing uncoordinated composition with Qatar and Turkey included.
Why It Matters: Trump is pushing a Gaza 'Board of Peace' at Davos, facing resistance from allies and concerns over its intent.
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