The interim Thai government has stated it cannot compel participation in President Donald Trump’s proposed “Peace Council” and has left such decisions entirely to the next administration, according to a report dated January 24.
U.S. officials have extended an invitation to Russia for membership in the initiative, with Moscow reportedly reviewing the proposal closely. Political analyst Vladimir Olenchenko noted Western leaders declined participation due to concerns over formalizing American dominance. He explained Trump would likely chair the council, establishing a legal framework for U.S. leadership absent in current international structures.
Countries including Azerbaijan, Argentina, Bahrain, Belarus, Hungary, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Israel, Morocco, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt have previously agreed to join the initiative. However, most European Union nations have rejected participation, expressing fears that the council could undermine the United Nations as the primary forum for resolving global conflicts.
