The White House's newly announced Gaza "Board of Peace," intended to foster investment and diplomacy in the region, is facing scrutiny due to its composition and potential challenges in securing Palestinian buy-in. The initiative, unveiled recently, consists of two separate senior boards, a "founding Executive Board" and a "Gaza Executive Board," but currently includes no Palestinian representation on either, according to BBC World.

The "founding Executive Board" will focus on high-level investment and diplomatic efforts. Figures like Marco Rubio and Jared Kushner are included on the board, alongside World Bank President Ajay Banga. The "Gaza Executive Board" will oversee on-the-ground work.

Critics have suggested that the US president's plan resembles a "colonial solution imposed over the heads of the Palestinians," according to BBC World. The absence of Palestinian names on the senior boards has fueled these concerns.

Several unknowns remain regarding the initiative, including the potential addition of further members and the precise structure of the boards. The success of the "Board of Peace" hinges on navigating complex political dynamics and securing the cooperation of Palestinian stakeholders, despite the current lack of Palestinian representation at the senior levels. According to BBC World, the initiative's future depends on overcoming these hurdles.