Tensions Rise as Trump Revokes Canada’s Invitation to Board of Peace

Mon Feb 02 2026 22:22:10 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

In a recent turn of events, US President Donald Trump has officially withdrawn Canada's invitation to join his newly formed Board of Peace, amidst rising tensions between the two countries. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has voiced concerns over the implications of this move and the financial demands associated with joining the board.

US President Donald Trump has rescinded Canada’s invitation to join his controversial Board of Peace, which is designed to resolve international conflicts. This decision comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney's criticisms of US foreign policy and refusal to pay a hefty membership fee. The strained relationship highlights ongoing friction between the US and Canada.

US President Donald Trump has withdrawn an invite for Canada to join his newly constituted Board of Peace, marking a significant flare-up in the often complex relationship between the North American neighbors.

In a post addressed to Prime Minister Mark Carney on Truth Social, Trump stated, Please let this Letter serve to represent that the Board of Peace is withdrawing its invitation to you regarding Canada's joining. Carney had previously raised concerns over a potential rupture in the US-led global order.

The Board of Peace, branded by the US as a novel international organization aimed at conflict resolution, endows Trump with substantial decision-making authority as chair. However, initial reports indicated that Carney was inclined to accept Trump's invitation on principle.

Nevertheless, discussions shifted as Ottawa made it clear that it would not bear the $1 billion membership fee set by Trump for participating nations. On Thursday, Trump offered no specific reasons for his decision to revoke Canada's invitation.

Carney's office did not provide an immediate comment, but the Canadian Prime Minister had expressed interest in the board's activities, aimed at facilitating peace in areas, such as the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. However, the charter lacks references to crucial territories like Palestine and seems poised to act as a substitute for the UN's mechanisms.

As of now, approximately 60 nations have been invited to join the Board of Peace, with 35 nations already signed up, including Argentina, Belarus, and Saudi Arabia. However, major powers like China, France, Russia, and the UK have yet to express interest in participating.

The relationship further deteriorated during recent speeches at the World Economic Forum, where Carney advocated for unity among middle powers against economic pressure from dominant nations. Trump countered, suggesting that Canada receives considerable advantages from the US and should show gratitude.

In response, Carney asserted that, Canada doesn't live because of the United States. Canada thrives because we are Canadians. This statement encapsulates Ottawa's stance as tensions between the two nations continue to evolve.