The Trump administration has announced the formation of a new governing entity aimed at overseeing the administration and rehabilitation of Gaza following hostilities. This initiative involves appointing a prominent group of individuals to a newly created “Board of Peace,” intended to navigate the transitional period after conflict resolves.
According to official information, the founding members of the board include Secretary of State Marco Rubio and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Joining them are key figures closely involved in Middle East affairs, such as Steve Witkoff—Trump’s envoy for the region—and Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and senior advisor. The president himself is designated as the chairman of this collective.
Additional members named by the White House are Marc Rowan, Ajay Banga, and Robert Gabriel. Each individual is expected to manage specific portfolios aligned with ensuring Gaza’s stability and overseeing different aspects of the recovery process.
The establishment of this board envisions temporary stewardship of Gaza’s local administrative functions during a sensitive transition. Moreover, the panel will play a central role in orchestrating efforts related to rebuilding critical infrastructure and economic revitalization. This design is framed as part of a comprehensive 20-point peace strategy aimed at achieving longer-term stability in the region.
In public remarks, President Trump described this group as the "Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled at any time, any place," expressing high confidence in their collective capabilities. The White House also indicated additional appointments to the board would be announced in the near future, signaling a growing international and private sector involvement in Gaza’s future management.
Expanding on international participation, a senior official from Canada disclosed that Prime Minister Mark Carney has been invited to become a member of the board. This invitation reportedly has been accepted, though official commentary from Carney’s office remains pending.
Additionally, Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has been extended an invitation to join the governance effort, according to statements by Egypt's foreign minister, who noted that the Egyptian government is currently considering the matter.
Among the appointed board executives, Tony Blair stands out as the only member without U.S. citizenship. His tenure as UK prime minister spanned from 1997 to 2007, and following his service, he was appointed as the Middle East envoy for the Quartet, providing him with extensive experience relevant to the current role. Blair expressed gratitude for the appointment, describing it as a "real privilege" to contribute alongside Witkoff and Kushner and emphasized his commitment to advancing the president’s vision of fostering peace and prosperity in Gaza.
The framework also encompasses complementary structures for governance and security. A 15-member Palestinian technocratic committee, known as the NCAG, is included in the plan to support local administration during the transition phase. Leadership for this committee has been assigned to Ali Shaath, while Nickolay Mladenov will serve as the Board of Peace's representative stationed on the ground within Gaza to coordinate efforts directly.
For security stabilization, the initiative proposes the formation of an International Stabilisation Force dedicated to maintaining order in the region post-conflict. The U.S. officer designated to command this force is Major General Jasper Jeffers, consolidating the administration’s role in fostering stability.
This multi-tiered approach to Gaza’s postwar governance and reconstruction reflects the administration’s broader strategy to establish durable peace and economic recovery through coordinated oversight and international collaboration. The intention is to provide a structured, transitional governance model that balances local input with international expertise.