The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international organization that works to ensure the stability of the global monetary system. Its primary responsibilities include promoting international monetary cooperation, facilitating the expansion and balanced growth of international trade, promoting exchange rate stability and orderly exchange arrangements, assisting in establishing a multilateral system of payments, and providing financial assistance to countries experiencing balance of payments difficulties. With a membership of 190 countries, the IMF plays a critical role in the global economy by monitoring economic and financial developments, providing policy advice to member countries, and offering loans to countries in economic distress. Its work is essential for maintaining global economic stability and fostering sustainable economic growth.