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Trump Appoints Global Leaders to Gaza "Board of Peace" for Reconstruction

US President Donald Trump has announced the formation of a "Board of Peace" to implement the second phase of his Gaza peace plan. The board includes prominent international figures like World Bank President Ajay Banga and former UK PM Tony Blair. It will oversee portfolios ranging from governance and reconstruction to security and funding mobilisation. The structure also includes a National Committee for Gaza administration and an International Stabilisation Force commander.

Key Points: Trump Unveils Gaza Board of Peace with Banga, Blair, Kushner

  • Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan Phase Two
  • Board to oversee Gaza reconstruction
  • Includes global finance and diplomatic figures
  • Focus on governance and security
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Trump unveils Gaza "Board of Peace," taps Ajay Banga, Tony Blair among others

President Trump names Ajay Banga, Tony Blair, Jared Kushner, and others to a new board overseeing Gaza stabilisation and reconstruction under his peace plan.

"oversee a defined portfolio critical to Gaza's stabilisation and long-term success - The White House"

Washington DC, January 17

US President Donald Trump has unveiled the list of people appointed to the "Board of Peace" to oversee phase two of his 20-Point Peace Plan to end the Gaza conflict.

The name includes US State Secretary Marco Rubio, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Trump special envoy Steve Witkoff, President of the World Bank Group Ajay Banga, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, the White House said in a statement.

CEO of Apollo Global Management, Marc Rowan, and US Deputy National Security Adviser, Robert Gabriel, are also on the list.

"Executive Board member will oversee a defined portfolio critical to Gaza's stabilisation and long-term success, including, but not limited to, governance capacity-building, regional relations, reconstruction, investment attraction, large-scale funding, and capital mobilisation," The White House said.

President Trump, who is the Chairman of the Board of Peace, has appointed Aryeh Lightstone and Josh Gruenbaum as senior advisors, charged with leading day-to-day strategy and operations, and translating the Board's mandate and diplomatic priorities into disciplined execution.

Additionally, Nickolay Mladenov, an Executive Board member, will serve as the High Representative for Gaza and act as the on-the-ground link between the Board of Peace and the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG)

NCAG is a vital step forward in implementing Phase Two of his Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict--a 20-point roadmap for lasting peace, stability, reconstruction, and prosperity in the region, White House said.

The NCAG will be led by Ali Sha'ath, a widely respected technocratic leader who will oversee the restoration of core public services, the rebuilding of civil institutions, and the stabilisation of daily life in Gaza, while laying the foundation for long-term, self-sustaining governance, as per the statement.

Additionally, to establish security, preserve peace, and establish a durable terror-free environment, Major General Jasper Jeffers has been appointed Commander of the International Stabilisation Force (ISF), where he will lead security operations, support comprehensive demilitarisation, and enable the safe delivery of humanitarian aid and reconstruction materials, the White House said.

The announcement also named members of the Gaza Executive Board. Blair, Kushner and Witkoff were also named to the Gaza Executive board, along with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Qatari diplomat Ali Al Thawadi and others.

The announcement comes just days after Witkoff announced the launch of the second phase of the US-brokered plan to end Israel's war on Gaza.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Tony Blair again? His track record in the Middle East is... complicated. And Jared Kushner's involvement raises eyebrows given his past proposals that were seen as heavily favoring one side. The board needs more neutral, globally trusted voices to have any legitimacy.
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Priya S
As an Indian, I'm proud to see Ajay Banga representing on a global stage like this. His experience at the World Bank is crucial for the 'reconstruction and capital mobilisation' part. But the inclusion of Turkish and Qatari diplomats is smart – regional buy-in is essential. Fingers crossed.
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Rohit P
Another "plan", another "board". We've seen so many over the decades. The key is the "International Stabilisation Force" and who commands it. If it's not seen as impartial, it will fail. Major General Jeffers has a tough job ahead. Hope they prioritize civilian safety above all.
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Vikram M
The structure seems top-heavy with advisors and boards. What about the voices from Gaza itself? Ali Sha'ath leading the NCAG is a positive step, but the executive board seems dominated by Western figures and financiers. Peace must be built from the ground up, not just managed from boardrooms.
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Michael C
The 20-point plan needs to be public. "Comprehensive demilitarisation" is a noble goal but incredibly difficult to implement. Without a clear political horizon for both Israelis and Palestinians, even the best reconstruction efforts might not lead to lasting peace. This feels like putting the cart before the horse.

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