Mapped: The Global Response to Trump’s Board of Peace
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Key Takeaways
- 27 countries accepted invitations to Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” so far.
- Much of Western Europe declined, though several countries, such as India, Japan, and Italy, sent observers instead of formally joining.
This map, created by Iswardi Ishak using a variety of government statements and media reports, shows how countries responded to invitations to join former President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.”
The initiative aims to convene a coalition of states to promote negotiated settlements in active conflicts, with early discussions reportedly focused on the Middle East.
Below is a breakdown of each country’s official stance as of February 21, 2026:
| Country | Response to Board of Peace Invitation |
|---|---|
| Austria | Declined |
| Croatia | Declined |
| France | Declined |
| Germany | Declined |
| Ireland | Declined |
| New Zealand | Declined |
| Norway | Declined |
| Slovenia | Declined |
| Spain | Declined |
| Sweden | Declined |
| United Kingdom | Declined |
| Vatican City | Declined |
| Albania | Member |
| Argentina | Member |
| Armenia | Member |
| Azerbaijan | Member |
| Bahrain | Member |
| Belarus | Member |
| Bulgaria | Member |
| Cambodia | Member |
| Egypt | Member |
| El Salvador | Member |
| Hungary | Member |
| Indonesia | Member |
| Israel | Member |
| Jordan | Member |
| Kazakhstan | Member |
| Kosovo | Member |
| Kuwait | Member |
| Mongolia | Member |
| Morocco | Member |
| Pakistan | Member |
| Paraguay | Member |
| Qatar | Member |
| Saudi Arabia | Member |
| Turkey | Member |
| United Arab Emirates | Member |
| United States of America | Member |
| Uzbekistan | Member |
| Vietnam | Member |
| Australia | No Response |
| Brazil | No Response |
| China | No Response |
| Netherlands | No Response |
| Philippines | No Response |
| Russia | No Response |
| Singapore | No Response |
| Ukraine | No Response |
| Cyprus | Observer |
| Czechia | Observer |
| Finland | Observer |
| Greece | Observer |
| India | Observer |
| Italy | Observer |
| Japan | Observer |
| Mexico | Observer |
| Oman | Observer |
| Poland | Observer |
| Portugal | Observer |
| Romania | Observer |
| Slovakia | Observer |
| South Korea | Observer |
| Switzerland | Observer |
| Thailand | Observer |
| Canada | Rescinded |
The response forms a patchwork. While parts of the Middle East and Eastern Europe signed on, much of Western Europe declined outright. Meanwhile, several major economies opted for observer roles, signaling caution rather than full endorsement.
Who Accepted the Invitation?
Countries that accepted span multiple regions, including Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Pakistan, Argentina, Hungary, and Israel. Several Gulf states, such as Qatar, the UAE, and Bahrain, also joined.
To participate, nations were reportedly required to endorse a framework centered on mediated negotiations and reconstruction funding mechanisms. According to media coverage of the Board’s first meeting, discussions emphasized post-conflict governance models and humanitarian coordination, though no binding agreements have yet been announced.
The geographic spread suggests stronger uptake among countries with closer diplomatic or strategic ties to Washington, as well as states seeking a more active role in shaping conflict resolution talks.
Observer Status: A Middle Ground
A third group—including India, Japan, Italy, Greece, and Switzerland—declined formal membership but sent envoys as observers.
This approach allows governments to stay informed and potentially influence discussions without committing to the Board’s structure or political implications. For some European countries, this middle-ground response reflects a balancing act between alliance commitments and domestic political considerations.
Who’s Out of the Board of Peace?
Several Western European nations—including France, Germany, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom—declined the invitation entirely. Australia and Brazil also did not formally accept.
Canada’s situation stands out. Initially invited, Ottawa’s invitation was later withdrawn amid diplomatic friction.
The shift came after Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he warned of the “collapse” or erosion of the postwar rules-based international order. While he did not mention the United States or Donald Trump by name, his address was widely interpreted as a veiled critique of the second Trump administration’s foreign policy. Within hours of Carney’s speech, Trump took to social media to officially withdraw the invitation, describing the Board of Peace as the “most prestigious Board of Leaders ever assembled”.
Also of note are the broad swaths of gray on the map. These nations, including almost all of Africa, did not receive an invite to join the Board.
A Fragmented Peace Landscape
Whether the Board of Peace evolves into a durable diplomatic forum, or remains symbolic, will likely depend on whether it produces tangible ceasefires, reconstruction frameworks, or formal agreements.
For now, the map illustrates a divided international community navigating an increasingly complex peace landscape.
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