Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Indonesia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Pakistan Join Trump’s Gaza Board

Eight countries, including key Arab and Muslim nations, have agreed to join US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” for Gaza, signaling coordinated support for a new international effort to end the conflict.

The announcement was made in a joint statement by their foreign ministers following a high-level meeting in Istanbul.

Who’s On Board

The countries joining the Gaza board are the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Qatar. Their foreign ministers confirmed that each state will formally sign the joining documents according to its own legal procedures.

Egypt, Pakistan, and the UAE had already signaled earlier that they were on board, with Wednesday’s statement confirming the wider group’s commitment.

What the Board of Peace Is Meant to Do

The Board of Peace is designed to act as a transitional administration for Gaza, under a broader plan aimed at ending the conflict. The initiative is backed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803, which endorses the framework for peace and post-war governance.

According to the ministers, the board’s mission includes:

• Securing a permanent ceasefire

• Supporting the reconstruction of Gaza

• Laying the groundwork for a just and lasting peace

Focus on Palestinian Statehood and Regional Stability

The joint statement stressed that the peace effort is rooted in the Palestinian right to self-determination and statehood, in line with international law. The ministers said this approach is key to long-term security and stability for Gaza and the wider region.

They also reaffirmed their support for Trump’s role in pushing the peace plan forward and committed to helping carry out the board’s mandate in the coming phase.

Next Steps

Each country will now move ahead with internal legal steps to formally join the board. More details on the board’s structure and timeline are expected as the plan moves from proposal to implementation.

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