Charter of the Board of Peace

Lamenting that too many approaches to peace building foster perpetual dependency, and institutionalize crisis rather than leading people beyond it;

Emphasizing the need for a more nimble and effective international peace-building body; and

Resolving to assemble a coalition of willing States committed to practical cooperation and effective action,

Judgment guided and justice honored, the Parties hereby adopt the Charter for the Board of Peace.

CHAPTER I – MISSION
Article 1: Mission
The Board of Peace is an international organization that seeks to promote stability, restore dependable and lawful governance, and secure enduring peace in areas affected or threatened by conflict. The Board of Peace shall undertake such peace-building functions in accordance with international law and as may be approved in accordance with this Charter, including the development and dissemination of best practices capable of being applied by all nations and communities seeking peace.

CHAPTER II – MEMBERSHIP
Article 2.1: Member States
Membership in the Board of Peace is limited to States invited to participate by the Chairman, and commences upon notification that the State has consented to be bound by this Charter.

Article 2.2: Member State Responsibilities
(a) Each Member State shall be represented on the Board of Peace by its Head of State or Government.
(b) Each Member State shall support and assist with Board of Peace operations consistent with their respective domestic legal authorities.
(c) Each Member State shall serve a term of no more than three years from this Charter’s entry into force, subject to renewal by the Chairman, except for those that contribute over USD 1 billion within the first year, who may have permanent membership.

Article 2.3: Termination of Membership
Membership shall terminate upon expiration of term, withdrawal, removal by the Chairman (subject to a two-thirds veto by Member States), or dissolution of the Board of Peace.

CHAPTER III – GOVERNANCE
Article 3.1: The Board of Peace
(a) The Board of Peace consists of its Member States.
(b) The Board shall vote on all proposals including budgets, establishment of subsidiary entities, appointments, and major policies.
(c) Meetings shall be convened at least annually or as the Chairman deems appropriate.
(d) Each Member State shall have one vote.
(e) Decisions are made by majority vote of those present and voting, subject to approval by the Chairman.

Article 3.2: Chairman
(a) Donald J. Trump shall serve as inaugural Chairman of the Board of Peace.
(b) The Chairman has exclusive authority to create, modify, or dissolve subsidiary entities as necessary.

Article 3.3: Succession and Replacement
The Chairman shall at all times designate a successor; replacement occurs only upon resignation or incapacity, as determined unanimously by the Executive Board, at which point the designated successor assumes the role.

CHAPTER IV – EXECUTIVE BOARD
Article 4.1: Executive Board — Composition and Representation
The Executive Board is selected by the Chairman and consists of leaders of global stature. Members serve two-year terms subject to removal by the Chairman.

Article 4.2: Executive Board Mandate
The Executive Board shall exercise powers necessary to implement the Board of Peace’s mission and report to the Board of Peace on a quarterly basis.

CHAPTER V – FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
Article 5.1: Expenses
Funding for the Board of Peace shall be through voluntary contributions.

Article 5.2: Accounts
The Board may establish financial controls and oversight mechanisms to ensure integrity.

CHAPTER VI – LEGAL STATUS
The Board of Peace and its subsidiary entities shall possess international legal personality, including capacity to enter contracts, open bank accounts, acquire property, and ensure necessary privileges and immunities.

CHAPTER VII – INTERPRETATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Internal disputes should be resolved through collaboration, with the Chairman as final authority on the meaning, interpretation, and application of the Charter.

CHAPTER VIII – CHARTER AMENDMENTS
Proposed amendments may be circulated to all Member States at least 30 days before voting; adoption requires two-thirds approval and confirmation by the Chairman.

CHAPTER IX – RESOLUTIONS OR OTHER DIRECTIVES
The Chairman, on behalf of the Board of Peace, may adopt resolutions or directives consistent with the Charter to implement its mission.

CHAPTER X – DURATION, DISSOLUTION, AND TRANSITION
The Board of Peace continues until dissolved by the Chairman or at end of odd-numbered years unless renewed. Upon dissolution, assets and obligations shall be settled.

CHAPTER XI – ENTRY INTO FORCE
The Charter enters into force upon consent by three States. States that cannot provisionally apply may participate as Non-Voting Members pending approval. A certified copy is deposited with the United States, designated as Depositary.

CHAPTER XII – RESERVATIONS
No reservations may be made to this Charter.

CHAPTER XIII – GENERAL PROVISIONS
Article 13.1 – Official Language: English.
Article 13.2 – Headquarters: The Board may establish headquarters and field offices.
Article 13.3 – Seal: An official seal approved by the Chairman.

(From “The Times of Israel”)