New Zealand rejected joining Trump’s U.S.-led Board of Peace, citing UN Charter concerns and unclear structure.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced on January 30, 2026, that New Zealand has decided not to join President Donald Trump's proposed US-led Board of Peace. The government concluded that the initiative, launched on January 22 at the World Economic Forum in Davos, does not comply with the UN Charter and lacks sufficient clarity about its structure and mandate. Foreign Minister Winston Peters emphasized New Zealand's commitment to multilateralism and existing international institutions, stating that the board's current structure does not support UN efforts. The decision reflects a broader scepticism among Western nations, including the United Kingdom, France, and Canada, about the board's function and governance.