International Monetary Fund Coat of arms Abbreviation IMF Formation 7 July 1944 Type International financial institution Purpose Promote international monetary co-operation, facilitate international trade, foster sustainable economic growth, make resources available to members experiencing balance of payments difficulties Headquarters Washington, D.C., United States Coordinates 38 ° 53 ′ 56.42 '' N 77 ° 2 ′ 39.21 '' W ﻿ / ﻿ 38.8990056 ° N 77.0442250 ° W ﻿ / 38.8990056; - 77.0442250 Coordinates: 38 ° 53 ′ 56.42 '' N 77 ° 2 ′ 39.21 '' W ﻿ / ﻿ 38.8990056 ° N 77.0442250 ° W ﻿ / 38.8990056; - 77.0442250 Region Worldwide Membership 189 countries Official language English Managing Director Christine Lagarde Main organ Board of governors Parent organization United Nations Staff 2,700 Website imf.org
who is the present managing director of imf
Christine Lagarde