Pakistan has accepted an invitation to join the Board of Peace (BoP), a newly established international framework designed to support the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday.
According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office spokesperson, the invitation was extended to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif by United States President Donald J. Trump.
Pakistan’s participation in the Board of Peace will be aligned with efforts under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, which provides the legal framework for advancing a political settlement and humanitarian response in Gaza.
The government said it hopes the establishment of the Board of Peace will translate into concrete steps toward a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, a significant expansion of humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian population, and the initiation of reconstruction efforts in the war-ravaged territory.
Pakistan also reaffirmed its longstanding position on the Palestinian issue, emphasizing that durable peace in the region is contingent upon the realization of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination.
The Foreign Office underscored the need for a credible, time-bound political process consistent with international law and relevant United Nations resolutions, leading to the establishment of an independent, sovereign, and contiguous State of Palestine.
Islamabad reiterated its support for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif (Jerusalem) as the capital of Palestine.
Eight countries issue joint statement
The foreign ministers of eight countries, including Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, have jointly announced their decision to join the Board of Peace, a U.S.-led initiative aimed at ending the Gaza conflict and advancing lasting regional peace.
In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Qatar welcomed the invitation extended by President Trump to their respective leaders to become members of the Board.
The ministers confirmed that their countries had agreed to join the body and would sign the necessary accession documents in line with their domestic legal and procedural requirements. Egypt, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have already formally announced their participation.
Reaffirming support for Trump’s peace efforts, the ministers pledged full cooperation in implementing the mission of the Board of Peace, which they described as a transitional administration under the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict. The plan has been endorsed by U.N. Security Council Resolution 2803.
According to the statement, the Board aims to consolidate a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, facilitate large-scale humanitarian assistance, support post-conflict reconstruction and promote a just and lasting peace based on the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and statehood under international law.
The ministers said they hoped the initiative would help pave the way for long-term security and stability for all countries and peoples of the Middle East.
Why the board
The Gaza conflict has triggered severe humanitarian consequences, including large-scale civilian casualties, mass displacement and the destruction of critical infrastructure. In recent months, international pressure has intensified for a sustained ceasefire and a structured political mechanism to address both urgent humanitarian needs and longer-term peace.
U.N. Security Council Resolution 2803 calls for coordinated international engagement to stabilise Gaza, ensure humanitarian access and revive a political process towards a comprehensive settlement of the Palestinian question. The Board of Peace has been proposed as a multilateral platform bringing together key international stakeholders to oversee and support these objectives.
Pakistan has historically been a vocal advocate of Palestinian rights and has consistently raised the issue at international forums, including the United Nations and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
Islamabad has also provided humanitarian assistance to Palestinians and has repeatedly called for an end to hostilities and for accountability under international humanitarian law.
The Foreign Office said Pakistan looks forward to playing a constructive role within the Board of Peace to help alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people and contribute to lasting peace and stability in the region.
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