Prabowo Subianto has strongly denied reports that Indonesia will pay a massive $1 billion fee to join Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.” The statement comes after growing speculation that countries must pay a large amount to gain permanent membership in the US-backed initiative linked to the situation in Gaza.
The Indonesian president made it clear that no financial commitment was made during his recent visit to Washington, D.C. or in any related meetings. He stressed that Indonesia’s role in the initiative is not about money, but about contributing to peace efforts in a practical way.
Instead of funding, Indonesia has offered to send up to 8,000 peacekeeping troops to Gaza once conditions on the ground become stable. This move reflects the country’s long-standing support for humanitarian efforts and global peace missions.
The “Board of Peace,” reportedly chaired by Donald Trump, was formed after a ceasefire effort involving Qatar and Egypt. The initiative also includes well-known figures such as Jared Kushner and Tony Blair. Reports suggest that countries seeking permanent membership may need to contribute $1 billion, which has led critics to call it a “pay-to-play” system.
Back home, President Prabowo is facing pressure from political opponents and Muslim groups. Many are concerned that the initiative could serve foreign interests rather than truly helping Palestinians. These concerns have added to public debate about whether Indonesia should remain part of the effort.
Prabowo has responded by making Indonesia’s position clear: the country will only stay involved if the initiative supports Palestinian rights and aligns with national interests. He also warned that Indonesia could withdraw if these conditions are not met.
The situation highlights growing global tensions around peace efforts in Gaza and raises important questions about fairness, transparency and international cooperation.