The Board of Peace is set to convene a key briefing on September 23 alongside the United Nations General Assembly, focusing on efforts to rebuild Gaza under the plan initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump. Representatives from numerous countries will attend the meeting, which aims to assess progress and establish priorities for the next phase of reconstruction.
Attendees will include Board members, international partners, mediators, and stakeholders, all gathered to discuss crucial elements of Gaza’s reconstruction. Representatives from several United Nations agencies and the European Union are also expected to participate, exploring potential areas of collaboration in the ongoing efforts.
A significant topic on the agenda will be the negotiations surrounding the disarmament of Hamas and other armed factions within Gaza. The meeting will provide updates on these discussions, which are pivotal to advancing plans for governance, reconstruction, and humanitarian initiatives in the region.
A committee of Palestinian technocrats is poised to present details of 71 projects envisioned for implementation over the first six months. However, the initiative faces delays due to unresolved issues regarding the disarmament of armed groups, which remains a contentious point between involved parties.
The Board of Peace has been actively pursuing progress on the disarmament proposal, but opposition from Israel to key components of the plan has stalled advancement. Israeli cooperation is deemed essential for the successful execution of reconstruction and governance plans in Gaza.