The Board of Peace is set to convene on September 23 to provide an update on reconstruction efforts in Gaza, an initiative under the plan spearheaded by U.S. President Donald Trump. The briefing, which will occur alongside the United Nations General Assembly, aims to review the progress of Gaza’s rebuilding and outline future priorities.
Key stakeholders, including international partners, mediators, and Board members, will gather to discuss the ongoing negotiations concerning the disarmament of Hamas and other armed factions in Gaza. This issue has been a significant hurdle in advancing the reconstruction efforts, with Israeli opposition to certain elements of the disarmament plan complicating progress.
Attendees at the meeting will include representatives from various United Nations agencies and the European Union, who are expected to explore potential areas for cooperation in the rebuilding process. The discussions will also cover governance, reconstruction, and humanitarian projects critical for Gaza’s future.
A committee of Palestinian technocrats is slated to present details of 71 planned projects, intended for the initial six months of operations. However, the lack of an agreed start date underscores the challenges posed by ongoing disagreements over the disarmament strategy.
Israel’s cooperation remains crucial for the success of the reconstruction and governance initiatives in Gaza. The meeting is anticipated to provide a clearer picture of the current status and forward trajectory of these vital efforts.
