Lula Slams Trump Board of Peace: A High-Stakes Defiance of the New World Order
Brazilian President Lula slams Trump's 'Board of Peace' as an attempt to own a 'new UN.' Explore the clash over multilateralism and the $1 billion membership fee.
They've shaken hands in the past, but the gloves are coming off. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio “Lula” da Silva has launched a blistering critique of U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly minted “Board of Peace.” Lula’s accusation is clear: Trump isn't looking to fix the international system—he’s looking to own it.
Trump Board of Peace Lula Criticism 2026: The Fight for Global Influence
Speaking in Rio Grande do Sul on January 23, 2026, President Lula didn't hold back. He claimed that instead of reforming the United Nations, Trump is creating an alternative where he acts as the sole proprietor. According to reports from Folha de Sao Paulo, Lula remarked that the world is now forced to talk about whatever Trump says on social media every single day, describing it as an attempt to run the world via digital decrees.
Lula's comments follow a strategic phone call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who urged Brazil to help safeguard the UN’s central role in global affairs. As the White House continues to withdraw from various international bodies, Lula warned that the "law of the jungle" is replacing the UN Charter, which he says is effectively being torn apart by unilateralism.
The $1 Billion Price Tag of Trump’s Alternative Order
The “Board of Peace,” unveiled in Davos just days ago, has raised eyebrows not just for its mission but for its price of admission. The 11-page draft charter reveals that any country wishing to remain a member for more than three years will be required to contribute $1 billion.
- Membership includes controversial figures like Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu
- The board requires a $1 billion fee, dwarfing standard UN contributions
- Initial promises of focusing on Gaza are absent from the charter
While the UN operates on a regular annual budget of roughly $3.72 billion, it's currently facing severe shortfalls. Critics argue that the Trump administration is intentionally starving the UN of its required $820 million 2025 contribution to funnel influence into this new, pay-to-play diplomatic venture.
This content is AI-generated based on source articles. While we strive for accuracy, errors may occur. We recommend verifying with the original source.
Related Articles
The Pentagon's 2026 National Defense Strategy under Trump pivots to Western Hemisphere dominance, limiting support for allies and prioritizing border security.
The Taiwan Strait crisis 2026 is intensifying as Xi Jinping's political timeline clashes with the Trump administration's isolationist policies. Explore the factors fueling Beijing's ambition.
TikTok USDS updates its privacy policy to collect precise location data and AI interactions from 200 million US users following its deal with Oracle and Silver Lake.
The Pentagon's US National Defense Strategy 2026 pivots focus to homeland security and the Western Hemisphere, downgrading China and demanding more from allies.
The Pentagon's 2026 National Defense Strategy under Trump pivots to Western Hemisphere dominance, limiting support for allies and prioritizing border security.
The Taiwan Strait crisis 2026 is intensifying as Xi Jinping's political timeline clashes with the Trump administration's isolationist policies. Explore the factors fueling Beijing's ambition.
TikTok USDS updates its privacy policy to collect precise location data and AI interactions from 200 million US users following its deal with Oracle and Silver Lake.
The Pentagon's US National Defense Strategy 2026 pivots focus to homeland security and the Western Hemisphere, downgrading China and demanding more from allies.