Carney Confirms “In Principle” Support for Trump-Led Gaza Peace Board

DOHA, Qatar — Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially signaled Canada’s intent to join President Donald Trump’s controversial “Board of Peace,” an international body created to manage the reconstruction and governance of post-war Gaza.

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Speaking from Doha during a high-stakes diplomatic tour, Carney confirmed that while he has agreed to the partnership “in principle,” the finer details of Canada’s role—and its financial obligations—remain under negotiation.

1. The Membership “Buy-In”

A primary sticking point in the negotiations is the $1 billion “permanent seat” fee. President Trump has proposed that nations contributing $1 billion in reconstruction funds will secure a permanent seat on the board, while others may be restricted to three-year terms.

• Carney’s Stance: The Prime Minister has yet to commit to the $1 billion price tag, stating that “financing and structure” are still being worked through.
• Canada’s Objective: Carney maintains that participation is essential to ensure a “two-state solution” remains on the table and that humanitarian aid flows into Gaza without impediment.

2. The Board’s Power Structure

The Board of Peace is chaired by Donald Trump and is designed to act as a “nimble” alternative to the United Nations. The “Founding Executive Board” consists of a small circle of influential figures, including:

• Marco Rubio (U.S. Secretary of State)
• Tony Blair (Former U.K. Prime Minister)
• Jared Kushner (Senior Advisor and Trump’s son-in-law)
• Ajay Banga (World Bank President)
• Nickolay Mladenov (High Representative for Gaza)

3. Governance on the Ground

Under the board’s oversight, day-to-day administration in Gaza will be handled by a Palestinian Technocratic Committee led by Dr. Ali Shaath. This committee is expected to manage a three-year recovery plan focusing on immediate shelter and infrastructure needs.

4. Broader Geopolitical Context

Carney’s move comes at a delicate time for Canada-U.S. relations. Even as Carney collaborates with Trump on the Middle East, the two leaders remain at odds over:

• Trade: Trump recently threatened a 10% tariff on nations opposing his interests.
• Greenland: Canada and several European nations have reaffirmed their support for Greenland’s sovereignty following Trump’s renewed interest in the territory.