In Washington, the inaugural meeting of the Peace Council, a new institution established at the initiative of U.S. President Donald Trump, begins. The main agenda item is the announcement of a $5 billion aid package designated for Gaza's reconstruction. Although invitations were sent to 60 countries, participation has been confirmed by around 20 leaders, primarily from authoritarian states, while key European allies maintain significant reservations about the new structure.

Billions for Gaza Reconstruction

Donald Trump announced the collection of over $5 billion from member countries for humanitarian and infrastructure purposes in the Gaza Strip.

Controversy Over Composition

Around 20 leaders, primarily with authoritarian profiles, are participating in the summit. Most EU countries and the Vatican are keeping their distance.

Financial Sector Support

American bank JPMorgan is conducting talks regarding payment processing and financial operations for the Peace Council.

On Thursday at 3:00 PM Polish time in Washington, the first meeting of the Peace Council (English: Board of Peace) began. The meeting is taking place at the recently renamed Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. The primary goal of establishing this structure is to manage funds for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip following a devastating conflict. President Donald Trump announced that member countries have already pledged over $5 billion. The White House promotes the initiative as a more effective alternative to the UN, but the absence of representatives from the Vatican and many Western democracies casts a shadow over the project's global ambitions. Poland sent a lower-ranking delegation than initially expected; our country is represented by Marcin Przydacz, head of the International Policy Bureau at the President's Chancellery. Relations between Donald Trump and international organizations have been characterized by tension for years, exemplified by the U.S. withdrawal from UNESCO in 2018 and the Paris Climate Agreement, motivated by protecting national interests at the expense of multilateralism. The structure of the Peace Council is controversial because permanent membership requires a $1 billion contribution. Among the summit participants, Trump's authoritarian-leaning allies dominate, such as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Meanwhile, Germany and Switzerland decided to participate only as observers, sending high-level officials instead of state leaders. Switzerland is represented by Monika Schmutz Kirgöz and Ambassador Ralf Heckner. In the corridors, it is said that JPMorgan is conducting advanced talks regarding banking services and financial settlements for the new organization. Critics note that the new institution may deepen polarization on the international stage instead of genuinely contributing to Middle East stabilization. „The Peace Council will be the most important international body in history, and it is an honor for me to serve as its chairman.” — Donald Trump Invited countries: 60, Confirmed delegations: 47, Full members: 20$5 bn — will be the funds for Gaza reconstruction Approach to Gaza Reconstruction: : → ; : → ; : →

Mentioned People

  • Donald Trump — President of the USA and founder and chairman of the Peace Council.
  • Viktor Orbán — Prime Minister of Hungary, one of Trump's main allies present at the summit.
  • Marcin Przydacz — Poland's representative at the meeting, head of the International Policy Bureau at the President's Chancellery.