The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a major step to help Gaza. The UAE has pledged $1.2 billion to restore peace and rehabilitation in Gaza through the ‘Board of Peace’. This decision was approved in the first meeting held on 19 February 2026 in Washington. US President Donald Trump is commanding this new international initiative.
What is Board of Peace and how to get membership?
The Board of Peace is an organization that will look after the reconstruction and security of Gaza after the war. According to its rules, any country that provides assistance of $1 billion or more in the first year will be given a permanent seat on the board. Apart from UAE, a total of nine countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait have together collected funds worth $7 billion so far. However, approximately $70 billion is needed to completely repair Gaza.
Chair: Donald Trump will be the lifetime chairman of this board.
Security: An International Stabilization Force (ISF) has been formed to maintain peace there.
Police Training: Egypt and Jordan will help create a new police force for Gaza.
Role: This board will work together with the United Nations so that there can be rapid development there.
UAE’s record of help so far
UAE is helping Gaza not only with money but also at the ground level. Recently, under ‘Operation Chivalrous Night 3’, a special air bridge has been started for Ramzan so that essential goods can reach the people. Just yesterday, UAE’s 301st convoy reached Gaza in which more than 290 tonnes of food and relief material was sent.
Key Information Details UAE assistance amount $1.2 billion Share of aid 40 percent of total international assistance Fresh aid 301st convoy (290 tonnes of food) Total funding target $70 billion
Migrants and its impact on the region
This news is very important for Indian expatriates living in Gulf countries. Bringing peace and stability to the region has a positive impact on business and job opportunities. UAE diplomatic advisor Anwar Gargash said that the UAE alone accounts for more than 40 percent of the total international aid received by Gaza. It is clear that UAE is working at the forefront to bring peace and prosperity in this region.