US President Donald Trump Pushes Gaza ‘Board Of Peace’ While PM Narendra Modi Backs Stronger UN

New Delhi: The world is currently witnessing two major crises and two completely different types of diplomacy simultaneously. On one hand, a ceasefire has been announced after the conflict in Gaza, but the ground situation is still not calm, and common people are continuously becoming victims of violence. On the other hand, in Davos, US President Donald Trump has announced the launch of a new platform named “Board of Peace.”

Trump's thinking is based on immediate solutions. His insistence is that somehow the fighting should be stopped immediately and America's role in West Asia should be strengthened. At the same time, the strategy of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears different from this. They do not want to be limited to any one conflict but are talking about strengthening the global system, especially improving and making the United Nations effective.

What does Trump's 'Board of Peace' indicate?

Donald Trump believes that through the new platform, decisions can be taken quickly and warlike situations can be brought under control immediately. Critics say that this initiative is being presented as an alternative to the United Nations, which may weaken the role of international organizations. Many countries fear that this will limit global decisions to a few powerful countries.

Why does PM Modi want to strengthen the United Nations?

Prime Minister Modi often says that the world in which the United Nations was formed was completely different from today's world. The circumstances and challenges were different then, but now the picture has changed. Today, the impact of conflict and instability is most visible in areas like Asia, Africa and Latin America, yet the real power to make decisions is limited to only a few countries. India believes that unless developing countries get equal voice and space, the talk of lasting peace will remain limited to paper only.

Glad to speak with President Lula. We reviewed the strong momentum in the India-Brazil Strategic Partnership, which is poised to scale new heights in the year ahead. Our close cooperation is vital for advancing the shared interests of the Global South. I look forward to welcoming…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 22, 2026

What is the meaning of the conversation?

Recently there was a conversation between PM Modi and Brazilian President Lula da Silva. This was not just limited to the relations between the two countries but was also an attempt to strengthen the common voice of the Global South. PM Modi said on social media that the India-Brazil partnership will deepen in the coming times and both countries will work together for the interests of developing countries.

Why is reform in the Security Council considered necessary?

Many countries, including India, believe that the current Security Council is neither balanced nor effective according to today's challenges. For this reason, the G4 countries—India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan– have demanded the expansion of the Security Council and new permanent seats. They argue that delaying reform means the world will suffer more conflict and suffering.

What have the G4 countries proposed?

The G4 group wants the number of Security Council members to be increased from 15 to 25 or 26; six new permanent seats should be added; Africa should get two permanent seats; and the Asia-Pacific region should also be given more representation. Along with this, there is also a suggestion to add some new temporary seats so that the voices of small and island countries can also be heard.

Who is hindering the reforms?

A group named 'Uniting for Consensus' has been opposing the expansion of permanent seats. Without directly naming the group, India has said that stopping reforms is tantamount to complicity in the failure of the Security Council. India argues that the historical injustice done to Africa and the Global South can no longer be avoided.

What is the real difference in the thinking of Trump and Modi?

Trump's way is quick decision, immediate impact, and personal influence. Modi's way is to strengthen institutions, take all countries along, and create long-term stability. One approach focuses on immediate peace; the other on lasting global balance.

The question before today's world is which model it will choose – a platform of powerful countries that provides quick solutions, or a strong international system that takes everyone along.