Washington: A meeting of leaders from countries that announced their accession to the "Board of Peace", unveiled by U.S. President Donald Trump, got underway today. The board aims to serve as an international body dedicated to resolving global conflicts.

According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Washington extended invitations to a number of countries, including traditional allies such as Canada and France, as well as Russia and China. A draft charter indicates that membership in the Board of Peace is set for a three-year term, renewable by a decision of the board's chair.