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India Weighs US Invite to Join Gaza Peace Board Amid West Asia Stability Push

India is considering an invitation from the United States to join the newly-formed Board of Peace, a US-backed initiative focused on peace, reconstruction, and economic revival in Gaza. The Ministry of External Affairs reiterated India's consistent support for efforts promoting peace, stability, and dialogue in West Asia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed India's support for the initiative during a recent phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, who launched the board at Davos. The first session of the board is scheduled for February 19.

Key Points: India Examines US Invite to Join Gaza Peace Board

  • India examining US invite to Gaza Peace Board
  • Supports peace and reconstruction in West Asia
  • PM Modi backed initiative in call with Trump
  • First Board session scheduled for February 19
  • Initiative aims to shift from war to rebuilding Gaza
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India backs efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability and dialogue in West Asia: MEA

India is examining a US invitation to join the Board of Peace for Gaza reconstruction, reaffirming its support for West Asia stability and dialogue.

"India has consistently supported efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability and dialogue in West Asia. - MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal"

New Delhi, Feb 12

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said that India is examining the invitation received from the United States to join the Board of Peace - the US-backed effort to establish peace and begin reconstruction and economic revival in Gaza.

The first session of the newly-formed Board of Peace is scheduled for February 19.

While addressing a weekly media briefing on Thursday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's stance of supporting efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability and dialogue in West Asia. He also answered a query on whether India would be joining the first proposed meeting of the Gaza Peace Board.

"We have received an invitation from the US side to join the Board of Peace. We are currently examining the proposal. As you know, India has consistently supported efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability and dialogue in West Asia. Our Prime Minister has welcomed the initiative that provides a pathway towards long-term and sustainable peace in the region, including Gaza," he said.

On February 2, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with the US President Donald Trump. During the conversation, PM Modi expressed India's support for Trump's efforts for peace and termed the US President's leadership vital for global peace, stability and prosperity.

"President Trump's leadership is vital for global peace, stability, and prosperity. India fully supports his efforts for peace. I look forward to working closely with him to take our partnership to unprecedented heights," PM Modi posted on X after the phone call.

Last month, Trump launched the Board of Peace at Davos, outlining a US-backed effort to lock in peace, open crossings, demilitarise armed groups, and begin a long-term reconstruction and economic revival in Gaza. The launch followed the signing of the Board of Peace charter.

"This is a very exciting day," Trump said as he described the initiative as a shift from war to rebuilding.

Trump later framed Gaza's future in economic terms, arguing that redevelopment and geography could reshape the territory's prospects.

"I'm a real estate person at heart, and it's all about location," Trump said. "Look at this location on the sea. Look at this beautiful piece of property, what it could be for so many people."

- IANS

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Priya S
While peace is always the goal, I hope our government examines this very carefully. The US-led initiatives in the region have a mixed track record. Our foreign policy should remain independent and principled, focused on what's best for global stability and our national interests, not just aligning with any one power.
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Rohit P
Good move. India's growing global stature means we should be at the table for such important discussions. The focus on economic revival is crucial. We have expertise in development and reconstruction that could be very valuable for Gaza's future. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
Interesting to see India's diplomatic balancing act. Supporting peace is one thing, but getting involved in a US-backed board in such a complex conflict is another. Hope the "examining" involves serious consultation with regional partners in the Gulf.
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Vikram M
Trump calling it a "beautiful piece of property" is... quite a way to frame a humanitarian crisis. 🙄 That aside, if India joins, we must ensure the dialogue includes all legitimate stakeholders and addresses the root causes, not just the reconstruction contracts. Our voice for a just and lasting solution is important.
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Kavya N
Fully support India playing a constructive role. We have strong relations with both Israel and many Arab nations. Maybe our experience can help bridge gaps. The people of Gaza have suffered too long; any genuine effort for peace and rebuilding is welcome.

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