Britain has confirmed it will not join the signing of the “Board of Peace” proposed by US President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The signing, scheduled for Thursday this week, is for a founding charter of a new platform billed to manage international conflicts. The initiative carries a reported $1bn price tag for permanent membership.
The UK decision follows concerns over the inclusion of Russian President Vladimir Putin while Russia’s war in Ukraine continues. Invitations were sent to dozens of world leaders. Trump has said Putin agreed to participate, although the Kremlin has indicated it is still considering the invite.
Originally linked to Gaza’s post-war reconstruction, the board’s draft mandate appears broader, positioning it as a parallel forum to existing institutions. That prospect has drawn unease among some US allies, including France.
The development is being watched across Africa. For Nigeria, which relies on the United Nations, African Union and ECOWAS for conflict resolution and mediation, the proposed board’s cost and overlap with established bodies are key factors in any future consideration. The Davos ceremony proceeds as global powers debate whether a new, privately initiated framework should sit alongside or compete with current multilateral structures.
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