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China Mulls Joining Trump's Peace Board for Gaza

1/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

China has confirmed its invitation to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, aimed at resolving Gaza and other conflicts, but China has not disclosed whether it will accept, according to Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun.
The Board includes leaders from Russia and Israel and Belarus's president among those invited.
It seeks to oversee Gaza's reconstruction and potentially address other conflicts.
China-U.S. relations remain stable despite past tensions.

History

Historical Context

The Shanghai Communiqué, signed on February 27, 1972, marked a historic thaw in U.S.-China relations, initiated by President Richard Nixon and Premier Zhou Enlai. This agreement acknowledged Taiwan's status and emphasized mutual respect, paving the way for future diplomatic ties. The normalization of relations culminated in 1979, reshaping global dynamics and enhancing cooperation between the two nations.

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Story summary

China has confirmed its invitation to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, aimed at resolving Gaza and other conflicts, but China has not disclosed whether it will accept, according to Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun.
The Board includes leaders from Russia and Israel and Belarus's president among those invited.
It seeks to oversee Gaza's reconstruction and potentially address other conflicts.
China-U.S. relations remain stable despite past tensions.

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