In a significant development, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan arrived in Washington on February 18, 2026, to attend the inaugural meeting of President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace.' The summit is set to focus on consolidating a ceasefire in Gaza, mobilizing the pledged $5 billion for humanitarian efforts, and finalizing the board's institutional design. Diplomatic discussions are expected to include the proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF), which may involve troop contributions from several Muslim countries, although there is reluctance to engage in direct combat with Hamas. Maleeha Lodhi, Pakistan’s former ambassador to the US, expressed skepticism about the board's legitimacy, stating, "The jury is out on whether the Board of Peace can deliver peace. The absence of any Palestinian representation on the Board raises questions about its legitimacy."
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Attends Trump’s Board of Peace Summit in Washington
PM Shehbaz Sharif attends Trump's 'Board of Peace' in Washington, focusing on Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian aid, amid skepticism over its legitimacy and concerns about sidelining the UN.
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