King Mohammed VI has accepted an invitation from Donald Trump to join the Board of Peace, a new initiative aiming to address global conflicts, raising questions about its potential impact on the United Nations. As Trump prepares to lead the board, concerns mount over its implications for international diplomacy and governance. DR ‹ › On Monday evening, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that King Mohammed VI has accepted an invitation from Donald Trump to become a founding member of the so-called «Board of Peace», a new White House–backed initiative presented as an alternative framework for addressing global conflicts. But what exactly does this board involve? The «Board of Peace» received endorsement from the United Nations Security Council in November 2025. Initially conceived as a mechanism to monitor the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the initiative has since been expanded by Trump into a global platform, extending well beyond the Gaza Strip. According to international media reports, Trump is expected to serve as the board's inaugural president, with the authority to personally select its members. While decisions would be taken by majority vote, the former U.S. president would retain final approval power. Under the draft charter, member states would hold seats for a renewable three-year term. However, countries could secure permanent membership by making a $1 billion cash contribution during the charter's first year. An American official told CNBC that while there is no mandatory fee to join the Board of Peace, a billion-dollar contribution would guarantee permanent status. An alternative to the United Nations? Trump's initiative has been met with skepticism, particularly in Europe. According to Reuters, several diplomats have expressed concern that the board could undermine the role and authority of the United Nations. Although invitations have reportedly been sent to around 60 governments, many have so far refrained from issuing official responses, opting instead to speak through anonymous sources about the potential implications for the UN system. The opening chapter of the draft charter describes the Board of Peace as an international organization committed to fostering stability, re-establishing lawful governance, and ensuring enduring peace in conflict-affected or threatened regions. Reuters quoted one diplomat as describing the initiative as «Trump's personal United Nations», arguing that it disregards the core principles of the UN Charter. Three other Western diplomats reportedly warned that the project could weaken the UN if implemented. Trump has long been a vocal critic of the United Nations, repeatedly questioning the effectiveness and cost of its agencies and arguing that they fail to serve U.S. interests. Hungary was among the first countries to accept Trump's invitation, followed by Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. On Monday evening, Morocco's Foreign Ministry confirmed that King Mohammed VI had also accepted the offer. Invitations have also been extended to Jordan, Pakistan, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, India, Greece, Argentina, and other countries. Russia has stated that it will review the proposal through diplomatic channels. In France, Agence France-Presse reported that sources close to President Emmanuel Macron said Paris does not intend to join the initiative at this stage, citing concerns over respect for UN principles and institutional structures. Similarly, a Canadian government source told the agency that Ottawa would not pay to join the Board of Peace. In his invitation letter, Trump emphasized the novelty of the initiative, writing: «This board will be unique. There has never been anything like it before».
