Pakistan and seven Muslim-majority countries have agreed to join US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace,” a new initiative aimed at ending the Gaza conflict. The decision reflects growing regional support for a coordinated political framework focused on ceasefire enforcement, humanitarian relief, and post-war reconstruction. The move also reinforces long-standing calls for Palestinian statehood under international law.
According to a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Turkiye, and Qatar confirmed their collective decision to participate. The statement said their leaders welcomed President Trump’s invitation and would complete formal joining procedures under domestic legal requirements. Egypt, Pakistan, and the UAE have already confirmed their participation.
The ministers noted that all eight countries previously worked with President Trump in October on a comprehensive plan to halt Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. That plan now forms the foundation of the Board of Peace, which is envisioned as a transitional mechanism to stabilize Gaza. The framework has also received backing through United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803.
The joint statement reaffirmed support for a permanent ceasefire and the large-scale reconstruction of Gaza. It stressed that peace efforts must advance Palestinian self-determination and statehood in line with international law. The ministers said the initiative seeks to deliver security and stability for all regional actors through a structured political process.
Pakistan formally accepted the invitation after it was extended to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Islamabad said its decision aligns with its long-standing policy of supporting Palestinian rights and regional peace. Officials expressed hope that the new framework would translate diplomatic commitments into tangible progress on the ground.
Pakistan also linked its participation to humanitarian objectives. The government said it expects the initiative to accelerate aid delivery and support Gaza’s rebuilding efforts. Officials emphasized that lasting peace cannot be achieved without addressing civilian suffering and economic recovery.
Islamabad further stressed that the initiative must lead to a credible political pathway for Palestine. Pakistan reiterated its support for an independent, sovereign, and contiguous Palestinian state. The proposed state would be based on pre-1967 borders, with Al Quds Al Sharif as its capital.
Turkiye has also agreed to join the Board of Peace. Ankara will be represented by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who has pledged continued diplomatic engagement for global peace. Additional consultations on Gaza and regional stability are expected alongside major international forums.
Collectively, the participating countries say the Board of Peace offers a rare opportunity to consolidate diplomacy, humanitarian action, and political resolution. They argue that coordinated regional ownership increases the chances of sustaining a ceasefire. The coming months will test whether the initiative can deliver lasting results for Gaza and the wider region.
