Italy declines to join Trump’s board of peace citing constitutional constraints
Italy will not take part in U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani confirmed Wednesday, pointing to constitutional limitations that prevent Rome from formally joining the initiative.
Speaking to Sky TG24, Tajani said the decision stems from what he described as a “constitutional barrier,” while reiterating Italy’s willingness to contribute to reconstruction efforts in the Middle East through other channels.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had previously raised similar concerns. In remarks to Rai News last month, she referred to a “constitutional incompatibility” between the board’s statute and Article 11 of the Italian Constitution. That provision allows Italy to limit aspects of its sovereignty only under conditions of equality among states and within international organizations designed to promote peace and justice.
According to Meloni, the structure and legal framework of the Board of Peace do not meet those constitutional criteria. As a result, Italy cannot formally adhere to the body at this stage.
The Charter of the Board of Peace was signed on Jan. 22 by representatives of 19 countries during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The initiative was presented as part of broader diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting stability and facilitating reconstruction in the Gaza Strip.
U.S. officials have indicated that additional countries have since joined the mechanism, though details about its governance and operational mandate remain limited. The board’s first high-level meeting is scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 19, with fundraising for Gaza’s reconstruction expected to top the agenda.
It remains unclear which international leaders will attend the inaugural session. While Italy has opted out of formal membership, Rome’s leadership has emphasized that it remains committed to humanitarian assistance and diplomatic engagement in the region, consistent with its constitutional framework and foreign policy principles.
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