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India has not yet taken any final decision on joining the ‘Board of Peace’ proposed by US President Donald Trump regarding Gaza. The political, diplomatic and strategic aspects of this initiative are under intense consideration within the government. According to sources familiar with the matter, this proposal deals with many sensitive issues, hence caution is being taken before reaching any final decision.
Indian officials have acknowledged that India has received a formal invitation to join this global initiative. However, it has also been made clear that receiving the invitation and attending it are two different things. India’s foreign policy has long been based on balance and strategic autonomy, keeping this in mind this proposal is being reviewed.
What is India’s stand?
According to sources, India’s traditional stance still remains that a permanent solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict is possible only through the two-nation theory. India supports every effort that sincerely moves towards lasting peace and stability in the region, but before joining any multilateral forum, it is considered necessary to examine its long-term effects. Donald Trump has recently shared the concept of this ‘Board of Peace’ by sending a letter to the leaders of about 60 countries.
The main concern of the Indian side
The main concern of the Indian side is that the scope of the proposed board may extend beyond Gaza in the future. It is feared that at some level this forum may also bring sensitive and internal issues like Kashmir under the ambit of discussion, which will not be acceptable to India. In this context, Trump’s old claims are also being remembered, in which he had taken credit for mediation in ending the limited military conflict between India and Pakistan in May 2025. India had then clarified that the ceasefire was the result of direct talks between the military officials of the two countries and not the mediation of any third party.
France’s cautious stance
Like India, France is also adopting a cautious stance regarding this proposal. Sources associated with the French Presidential Office have indicated that Paris is currently not in favor of joining this board. France, together with its partner countries, is assessing the legal framework of this initiative and its impact on the UN system. The French side believes that the proposed charter is not limited to Gaza only and it may conflict with the existing principles of the United Nations and the multilateral system.
Confirmation of invitation to join the board
Countries like European Union, Russia, Belarus and Thailand have confirmed receiving invitation to join this board. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said that he has accepted this proposal in principle, although the final terms are yet to be decided. It is being told that this board is connected to the second phase of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Announcement of formation of executive committee
The White House has also announced the formation of an executive committee to implement this plan. This committee includes names like US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner and World Bank President Ajay Banga.
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