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Trump Proposes $1 Billion Membership Fee for New 'Board of Peace'

Published January 18, 2026, 06:02
Trump Proposes $1 Billion Membership Fee for New 'Board of Peace'

Donald Trump is proposing the creation of a new global 'Board of Peace' funded by its member states. According to a draft charter, each country seeking a permanent seat on the council would be required to pay an annual contribution of at least $1 billion. If a country fails to make this payment, it would only have a three-year term, subject to approval by Trump. The initiative aims to finance the operation and activities of the council, initially focused on peacemaking and reconstruction in Gaza, but potentially expanding to other conflict zones. The plan allows for a broader role for the council in international affairs. The proposal has sparked strong reactions, with many viewing it as an attempt to create a new international organization competitive with the UN, based on financial criteria and with significant control from the United States. Some argue that the high cost of membership would exclude many countries from the council. The US government has dismissed some reports about the proposal as misleading, refusing to officially confirm the amount of the contribution or its mandatory nature. However, the draft charter leaked to international media confirms the key points of the proposal.