Vatican Declines Participation in US-Led Board of Peace
Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin made the announcement on Sunday during a bilateral meeting with Italian officials at Palazzo Borromeo. He explained that the board’s unique nature, which differs from that of ordinary states, raises several questions that remain unclear and require further clarification.
Parolin emphasized that a primary concern is the Vatican’s longstanding position that international crises should be managed under the auspices of the United Nations.
The decision follows an earlier, more measured response in January 2026, when the Vatican confirmed it had received an invitation but was still evaluating potential participation, stressing the need for alignment with international law.
The Board of Peace was officially established on January 22, 2026, during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, with US President Donald Trump ratifying the charter alongside the founding members. Partially endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803 for its Gaza mandate, the board now includes roughly 26 founding countries, with some reports suggesting up to 35 signatories.
Member states come from multiple regions, encompassing the Middle East, Asia, parts of Europe, and Latin America.
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