Indonesia Rejects $1 Billion Contribution to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Jakarta – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has affirmed that Indonesia will not contribute $1 billion to the United States’ “Board of Peace,” clarifying that the nation’s involvement will be limited to providing peacekeeping support. The decision comes after concerns were raised regarding the potential financial burden on Indonesia’s state budget.

Background on the Board of Peace

The “Board of Peace” was established following the Trump administration’s negotiation of a ceasefire in Gaza in October, with the collaboration of Qatar and Egypt. Countries seeking permanent membership are asked to contribute $1 billion, a requirement that has drawn criticism, with some suggesting the board could turn into a “pay-to-play” alternative to the UN Security Council .

Prabowo’s Clarification

President Prabowo stated unequivocally that Indonesia never pledged a financial contribution of $1 billion. “Because of that, we never said we wanted to contribute 1 billion US dollars,” he said in a statement published on his official YouTube channel on March 22, 2026 . He emphasized that Indonesia’s role is focused on peacekeeping efforts.

Concerns Over State Budget

The clarification was made in response to growing domestic concerns about the potential impact on Indonesia’s state budget. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa had previously suggested the contribution could be sourced from the defense ministry’s budget, sparking public debate .

Indonesia’s Contribution Focus

Indonesia’s commitment to the Board of Peace centers on providing peacekeeping troops and humanitarian aid. Prabowo indicated a focus on sending peace troops and providing aid through organizations like Baznas, as well as building facilities such as hospitals in Palestine .

No Financial Commitments Made

Foreign Minister Sugiono further reinforced the President’s statement, emphasizing that the $1 billion figure was not a mandatory membership obligation . Prabowo also confirmed that Indonesia was not present at the founding donor meeting in Washington on February 19, where other countries pledged a total of $17 billion for Gaza reconstruction .

Potential Withdrawal

Prabowo also stated that Indonesia could withdraw from the Board of Peace if it proves counterproductive or does not align with Indonesia’s national interests, potentially without consulting other Muslim-majority member countries .