Trump jokes about liking women, not 'young, handsome men' at Board of Peace event

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Thursday launched a new global organization, the 'Board of Peace' in Washington. The main objective of this program was to restore peace in Gaza and garner international cooperation for reconstruction. However, amidst this serious initiative, a funny comment by Trump lightened the atmosphere and became the center of discussion.

What joke did Trump make about the President of Paraguay?

While welcoming Paraguayan President Santiago Pena to the program, Trump suddenly deviated from the script and made a joke. He said, "It's good to be young and handsome, but it doesn't mean we have to like you." I don't like young and handsome men, I like women."

This comment of Trump caused laughter among the people present there. Santiago Peña is 47 years old and one of the youngest presidents in Paraguay's democratic history.

What big announcements did Trump make regarding Gaza?

After joking, Trump made a serious announcement regarding the reconstruction of Gaza. He said that America will help Gaza and try to establish lasting peace there. Trump announced America's donation of $10 billion for this initiative. According to the White House, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have also promised to give at least $1 billion each for this scheme. Overall, billions of dollars of funding are being raised for this initiative.

What is ‘Board of Peace’ and what is its purpose?

'Board of Peace' is a new international platform, whose objective is to establish peace and cooperate in reconstruction in war-affected areas. The headquarters of this board has been made in America. Trump will be the head of this board and he has also been given veto power in it. Countries that want to become permanent members of this board will have to contribute at least 1 billion dollars.

What does this have to do with the Gaza war?

This initiative comes after the long-running conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The ceasefire agreement was first brokered by the US, Egypt and Qatar. Now under this new plan the aim has been to establish reconstruction, stability and peace in Gaza.

What does this whole incident mean?

On one hand, Trump announced big economic cooperation for global peace, while on the other hand, his witty remarks brought this program into more discussion. It is clear from this that Trump is simultaneously maintaining both diplomacy and his own distinct style.