Jan. 22 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump late Thursday announced he withdrew Canada's invitation to join the U.S.-led Board of Peace, as relations between the longtime allies continue to deteriorate during his second term.
"Please let this Letter serve to represent that the Board of Peace is withdrawing its invitation to you regarding Canada's joining, what will be, the most prestigious Board of Leaders ever assembled, at any time," Trump said in a statement posted to his Truth Social media platform.
The note was addressed to Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Trump formally launched the Board of Peace initiative earlier Thursday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. More than 50 world leaders reportedly received invitations, with about 25 joining the board, though additional countries are expected to follow.
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