Trump Officially Opens Peace Council, Focuses on Gaza and Pledges Major US Funding
US President Donald Trump delivered a speech at the opening of the inaugural meeting of the Peace Council in Washington, D.C., on Friday (February 20th). In his speech, Trump affirmed the United States' commitment to promoting global stability and peace, with a primary focus on the conflict in Gaza and the Middle East region.
The Peace Council was introduced as a new international cooperation forum aimed at accelerating the stabilization of conflict areas through diplomatic, financial, and security support. Trump described the council as a concrete step toward "creating a more secure and prosperous future" for regions affected by protracted conflict.
Major Financial Commitments and International Support
In his speech, Trump announced a major financial commitment from the United States to support stabilization programs and humanitarian assistance. He also noted that several countries had expressed support for the initiative, both in the form of financial contributions and security support.
Trump emphasized the importance of cross-border collaboration to defuse tensions in Gaza and accelerate the process of infrastructure and economic recovery in conflict-affected areas.
Criticism of Old Mechanisms
In addition to conveying his vision for peace, Trump also touched on the role of existing international institutions. He stated that the old mechanisms were deemed ineffective in responding to the dynamics of modern conflict, necessitating a new, more rapid and coordinated approach.
This statement indirectly criticized the traditional multilateral diplomatic system, although Trump did not detail concrete steps regarding changes to the structure of global cooperation.
Geopolitical and Market Impact
This speech received widespread attention from global market participants due to its potential to influence the geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East. Tensions or stabilization in the region often have a direct impact on oil and gold prices, as well as the movement of the US dollar.
Analysts believe that if this initiative truly leads to a de-escalation of the conflict, geopolitical risks could subside and pressure on the global energy market could be eased. Conversely, if it triggers a new political response from the parties involved, market volatility could increase.
Source: Newsmaker.id
