Kosovo has become one of 19 countries to sign the Peace Board Charter, an international initiative launched by U.S. President Donald Trump, during a ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The newly established Peace Board is designed to monitor and support the implementation of peace plans in conflict zones, with an initial focus on the Gaza Strip. The United Nations Security Council has formally endorsed the Board through a resolution proposed by the United States, giving the initiative international legitimacy.
According to the Charter, the Peace Board is an independent international organization tasked with promoting stability, restoring credible governance, and ensuring sustainable peace in regions affected or threatened by conflict. The Board is empowered to develop and share best practices in peacebuilding, which can be applied by member states and communities worldwide.
Membership is limited to invited states, represented by their heads of state or government. Each member is expected to support Peace Board operations under its domestic legal framework, although participation in specific missions is voluntary. Membership terms are set for three years, renewable at the discretion of the Chair, with exceptions for countries contributing substantial financial support.
The Board’s governance is structured around a voting system on budgets, policies, and peace initiatives, while an Executive Board, composed of global leaders, oversees operational implementation. Donald J. Trump will serve as inaugural Chair and U.S. representative, holding authority to create, modify, or dissolve subsidiary bodies, appoint the Executive Director, and approve resolutions.
The Charter also includes provisions for funding, dispute resolution, and operational transparency, emphasizing voluntary contributions, friendly resolution of member-state disputes, and official documentation deposited in the United States. Peace Board activities will be conducted in English, with the establishment of headquarters and field offices as needed.
Kosovo’s President, Vjosa Osmani, signed the Charter on behalf of the country, highlighting Kosovo’s commitment to international peacebuilding and conflict prevention efforts. The Peace Board is expected to hold annual voting sessions and additional meetings as required to implement its mission, ensuring coordination among member states and alignment with international law.
The initiative represents a new multilateral approach to conflict management, combining oversight, financial support, and operational coordination under a framework guided by international law and best practices in peacebuilding.
