In a major shift for Middle East diplomacy, President Trump officially launched the Board of Peace today at the newly renamed Donald J. Trump U.S. Institute of Peace. The summit centered on a dual mission: bankrolling the reconstruction of Gaza and establishing a new international security apparatus that Trump suggests could eventually “overshadow” the United Nations.

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The Reconstruction Fund: Who’s Paying?

While the total estimated cost to rebuild Gaza sits near $70 billion, today’s summit secured $17 billion in initial commitments:

• The U.S. Lead: President Trump committed $10 billion directly to the Board of Peace to spearhead redevelopment.
• The Arab & Central Asian Bloc: Nine nations—including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, and Kazakhstan—pledged a combined $7 billion.
• Supplementary Aid: The UN is seeking an additional $2 billion, with Japan expected to lead a secondary fundraising round later this year.

Security: A New International Force

The Board isn’t just about infrastructure; it’s about enforcement. A new International Stabilization Force (ISF) will be deployed to maintain the ceasefire and oversee demilitarization.

• Boot on the Ground: Indonesia, Morocco, and Kazakhstan are among the nations committing thousands of troops.
• Strategic Start: Initial deployments are slated for Rafah to secure the first wave of construction projects.
• Police Training: Egypt and Jordan will lead the effort to train a local police force under the Board’s supervision.

A New World Order?

The most provocative takeaway from the summit was the positioning of the Board of Peace as a direct competitor to traditional global institutions.

“The Board of Peace is gonna almost be looking over the United Nations, and making sure it runs properly,” Trump remarked, emphasizing a shift toward a “pay-to-play” diplomacy model.

Feature	The Board of Peace Model
Leadership	President Trump serves as the inaugural Chairman.
Entry Cost	Reports suggest a $1 billion contribution for a permanent seat.
Western Stance	Nations like the UK and France are currently “Observers,” remaining cautious of the Board’s autonomy.