A draft charter suggests US President Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” could require a $1 billion contribution for permanent membership, sparking concerns of an alternative to the UN. Trump would chair the board, with membership renewal at his discretion. However, the White House has labelled the report misleading, denying any minimum fee and stating permanent membership is for committed partners. A draft charter suggests US President Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” could require a $1 billion contribution for permanent membership, sparking concerns of an alternative to the UN. Trump would chair the board, with membership renewal at his discretion. However, the White House has labelled the report misleading, denying any minimum fee and stating permanent membership is for committed partners.
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