Trump’s Gaza Plan and the Role of Philanthropy Amid Global Power Shifts

The latest Trump-Netanyahu press conference delivered one of the most audacious statements in modern geopolitics: the US intends to take over Gaza, move Palestinians elsewhere, and redevelop the land into a global investment hub. This announcement has sent shockwaves through the international community, raising profound humanitarian and ethical concerns.

A New Era of Displacement

Trump’s call for Palestinians to be resettled in Jordan, Egypt, and other neighboring countries under the guise of “humanitarian relocation” echoes historical patterns of forced migration. The UN and human rights organisations have already signaled that such a move constitutes ethnic cleansing—a violation of international law.

The Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Since October 7, Gaza has been a symbol of devastation, with relentless bombardments, food and medical shortages, and mass casualties. Now, this new proposal raises the question: What happens to a displaced people with no recognised homeland?

• If implemented, this plan would lead to one of the largest forced migrations of the 21st century.
• Countries in the region, including Saudi Arabia, have rejected the displacement proposal, reaffirming Palestine’s right to statehood.
• The economic vision for Gaza as a luxury waterfront development highlights the prioritisation of capital over human lives.

What This Means for Global Philanthropy

As discussions unfold on the forced displacement of Palestinians and the proposed foreign redevelopment of Gaza, it is clear that philanthropy cannot exist in isolation from global power plays. The Global Donors Forum (GDF) 2025 in Istanbul will take place amid unprecedented global power shifts, where the crisis in Gaza serves as a stark example of how geopolitical ambitions reshaping humanitarian aid and economic priorities.

Key discussions at GDF 2025 will focus on:

• The intersection of philanthropy and politics in conflict zones
• How humanitarian funds can remain independent from political agendas
• The future of aid distribution when global powers shape territorial disputes
• Ethical wealth redistribution in the wake of forced displacement

Join us at Global Donors Forum 2025 as we co-create solutions with charity leaders, philanthropists, and social impact strategists to address these challenges head-on. If philanthropy is to remain a force for