US President Donald Trump addressed the signing ceremony of his newly formed “Board of Peace” on Wednesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The body, initially conceived to address Israel’s war in Gaza, has a mandate that extends beyond the occupied Palestinian territory, allowing it to engage with broader global peace initiatives.
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“Let me recognise the very first group of the distinguished members of the Board of Peace that will be introduced by name in just a moment,” Trump said. “Each and every one of you, we are truly honoured by your presence today. Leaders of countries, in most cases very popular leaders, in some cases not so popular.”
Trump’s Davos spectacle: Hosting a signing ceremony for his new ‘Board of Peace chairing it himself with leaders like Orban, Bahrain, Morocco signing on. Boasts it’s reshaping the world order; invites Putin, but UK/France balk, seeing it as undermining UN.
#BoardOfPeace pic.twitter.com/8Brtnxb8fE— DR ADNAN ALI (@DrMalko) January 22, 2026
براہِ راست: وزیراعظم کی ورلڈ اکنامک فورم کے موقع پر غزہ بورڈ آف پیس پر دستخط کی تقریب میں شرکت https://t.co/yATz58UJzp
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) January 22, 2026
🚨 HISTORIC MOMENT 🚨
President Donald J. Trump is signing the Board of Peace agreement in Davos 🇺🇸
World leaders are lining up two by two to join.
America is leading and the world is following.🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/OAHZZP3C1K
— Ashley (TeamTrump47) (@TeamTrump47) January 22, 2026
The ceremony was attended by international dignitaries and political leaders from multiple countries. Among the notable attendees was Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who accepted Trump’s invitation to participate in the Board. The presence of high-profile leaders underlines the US administration’s intention to give the initiative global visibility and diplomatic weight.
While details about the Board’s operational structure and future plans are still emerging, it is expected to serve as a consultative platform for addressing conflict resolution, humanitarian crises, and diplomatic engagement in regions affected by war and unrest. Analysts say the move could also serve as a strategic platform for the US to enhance its influence in ongoing international conflicts.
Trump’s remarks highlighted his personal commitment to global peace efforts, with the Board of Peace intended as a forum for collaboration among world leaders. The ceremony marks the first public step in what the administration is describing as a proactive, high-level engagement on international crises.
The Board’s official charter and operational framework are expected to be shared in the coming weeks, setting the stage for its first formal meetings and peace initiatives.
During his speech, Trump also issued a stern warning regarding Hamas, emphasizing that the group must disarm under the Gaza ceasefire agreement. “They have to give up their weapons, and if they don’t do that, it’s going to be the end of them,” he stated.
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The Board of Peace is expected to serve as a consultative forum for leaders to discuss conflict resolution, humanitarian aid, and global peace initiatives. While the details of its operational framework are still emerging, the charter-signing signifies the first step toward formalizing the board’s structure and functions