Davos, Jan 22: India remained absent from the signing ceremony of United States President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” in Davos on Thursday, joining several other global powers in a cautious approach toward the new initiative. The board, introduced during the World Economic Forum, is designed to facilitate a lasting resolution to the Gaza conflict and broader global disputes.
While Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the world leaders invited by President Trump to join the body, New Delhi is currently evaluating the proposal. People familiar with the matter noted that the government is considering various aspects of the initiative due to the sensitive nature of the issues involved.
“India has been pushing for a two-state solution to the Palestine question,” a source close to the developments mentioned, adding that the country remains committed to a framework where Israel and Palestine exist side by side within recognized borders.
The signing ceremony also saw the absence of France, the United Kingdom, China, and Germany. Meanwhile, nations such as Russia, Turkiye, and Ukraine have remained non-committal regarding the invitation to join the leadership structure, which is intended to consist exclusively of heads of state under Trump’s direction.
The “Board of Peace” is being framed by Washington as a pivotal international organization to restore dependable governance and secure enduring peace in conflict zones. The board’s charter says that durable peace requires “pragmatic judgment, common sense solutions, and the courage to depart from approaches and institutions that have too often failed.”
A group of nations did sign on during the Swiss summit, including Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Bahrain. The board is expected to play a central role in Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza, which aims to transform the region into a deradicalized zone focused on redevelopment.
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