Italy has confirmed that it will not participate in the Board of Peace initiative launched by U.S. President Donald Trump, citing constitutional concerns over joining a body led by a single nation, Corriere della Sera reported Wednesday.
The initiative, which aims to establish a global advisory board initially focused on the Gaza conflict, has drawn cautious reactions from Western allies. Diplomats have noted that the board could potentially undermine the work of the United Nations.
A source told Reuters that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, leader of the right-wing coalition with historically good ties to Trump, is unlikely to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, where the initiative will be further discussed.
The proposed board would be chaired by President Trump and initially address the Gaza conflict before potentially expanding to other global issues. Member countries would be required to pay $1 billion each for permanent membership.
Under the Italian Constitution, the country may join international organizations that promote “peace and justice among nations” only “under conditions equal to those of other states.” Experts say this requirement is incompatible with the U.S.-dominated structure of the new board, according to Corriere della Sera.
So far, France has also expressed opposition to participation in the Board of Peace.
