U.S. President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to India to join a newly proposed international body called the “Board of Peace” aimed at overseeing governance, reconstruction and stabilisation efforts in Gaza following years of conflict, according to government sources cited by NDTV and other international reports.
The invitation forms part of the second phase of Trump’s broader 20-point plan to end the Israel-Hamas war, which seeks to move beyond ceasefire agreements toward sustainable peace, governance reforms and long-term reconstruction in the war-torn Palestinian territory.
What the Board of Peace Is
The Board of Peace is envisioned as an international body that would:
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Supervise reconstruction and development projects in Gaza,
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Support a transitional technocratic Palestinian administration responsible for managing day-to-day affairs, and
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Promote long-term peace and stability, under international oversight.
The Board is currently being framed as a multilateral mechanism, reportedly chaired by President Trump himself, and is intended to work in coordination with local authorities and an extended governance structure in Gaza.
Global Invitations and Reactions
According to diplomatic sources, the United States has already sent similar invitations to several countries — including Pakistan, as confirmed by Islamabad — as well as other global partners as part of the peace initiative.
While some nations have accepted or acknowledged receiving invitations, many governments have responded with caution or silence, reflecting concerns that the initiative could complicate or overlap with existing United Nations-led peace efforts. Critics also question how the Board’s mandate will complement ongoing diplomatic processes in the Middle East.
India’s Role and Diplomatic Position
India’s inclusion in the Board highlights its growing diplomatic profile on the global stage and reflects New Delhi’s longstanding support for peaceful dialogue and a diplomatic resolution to the Israel-Palestine conflict. India has previously welcomed ceasefire initiatives and called for humanitarian assistance and negotiated solutions in the region.
According to sources, formal confirmation of India’s participation, including detailed terms of engagement on the Board, is expected to be announced in the coming weeks as the peace plan takes shape.
Broader Peace Plan Context
Trump’s Board of Peace concept comes amid efforts to implement the second phase of the Gaza peace plan, which builds on ceasefire agreements and aims to set up new governance structures in Gaza while promoting reconstruction and demilitarisation. The proposal has drawn mixed reactions internationally, with some nations expressing reservations about its implications for the role of the United Nations and established diplomatic channels.
As diplomatic engagement continues, the move underscores shifting dynamics in how global and regional actors are approaching one of the Middle East’s longest-running conflicts.
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