President Trump says international backing is growing for his proposed Board of Peace, with more than ten countries now on board. France has not joined, prompting Trump to threaten steep tariffs on champagne and wine after Macron’s rejection. The episode underscores Trump’s tariff-first approach to diplomacy as global leaders gather in Davos.
Trump says 10+ countries joined his “Board of Peace.” After Macron refused, Trump floated a 200% tariff on French champagne, signaling economic pressure as a diplomatic tool ahead of Davos talks. #BoardOfPeace #Davos #Trump pic.twitter.com/tqh44Vni0K
— Matthew Brady (@mattbrady775) January 20, 2026
- Donald J. Trump said more than 10 countries have signed onto his proposed “Board of Peace” framework tied to post-war governance and security in Gaza.
- CBS News reporter Jennifer Jacobs confirmed the participation count, though specific countries were not publicly named.
- Trump warned that France could face a 200% tariff on champagne and wine after Emmanuel Macron declined to support the initiative.
- Trump mocked Macron’s political future, suggesting economic pressure would force France to reconsider.
- The Board of Peace concept was previously briefed to U.S. allies and regional partners, according to Bloomberg.
- The comments were made as Trump traveled to World Economic Forum in Davos, where Greenland and broader geopolitical issues were also on the agenda.
