Trump Withdraws Canada’s Invite to Join Prestigious Board of Leaders
President Donald Trump has officially withdrawn Canada’s invitation to his newly created Board of Peace. This announcement was made on Thursday and directed towards Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Trump’s Board of Peace Announcement
The Board of Peace was unveiled by Trump during a speech at the World Economic Forum, held in Davos, Switzerland. Leaders from various regions were present, including Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Central and Southeast Asia.
In a statement shared on the platform Truth Social, Trump informed Carney that Canada would no longer be part of what he described as “the most prestigious Board of Leaders ever assembled.”
Reasons Behind the Withdrawal
This decision came shortly after Trump proposed that the United States should take control of Greenland. He argued that this would enable the construction of a large-scale missile defense system, dubbed the “Golden Dome,” which he claimed would also protect Canada.
- Trump emphasized that Canada benefits from U.S. security.
- He criticized Carney for not expressing gratitude towards the U.S. during his earlier remarks.
Responses and Reactions
Carney, while not addressing Trump directly, voiced concerns about the weakening rules-based international order. He stressed the importance of middle powers like Canada adopting a strategy that includes diversification, collective action, and respect for sovereignty.
Trump has stated that he will lead the Board of Peace. Key members include:
- Jared Kushner (Trump’s son-in-law)
- Marco Rubio (Secretary of State)
- Steve Witkoff (U.S. special envoy)
- Marc Rowan (billionaire investor)
The invitees to this board include countries such as Russia, Belarus, France, Germany, Vietnam, Finland, Ukraine, Ireland, Greece, Israel, and China.
This shift in diplomatic relations reflects Trump’s intention to reshape global alliances and power dynamics. As events unfold, the implications of this Board of Peace and the absence of Canada remain to be seen.
