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Published on 9 December 2021

Principles of Switzerland in the IMF

The principles of Swiss policy in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are intended to ensure that Switzerland pursues a clear position over time in the IMF. They serve as a basis for formulating Switzerland's stance on the IMF's Executive Board's day-to-day business and for determining the general work priorities.

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    Switzerland in the International Monetary Fund (IMF)

    The main task of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is to ensure the stability of the international financial and monetary system. Switzerland has an important voice in the IMF and is a reliable partner in initiatives to maintain global financial stability. As a constituency leader, it is permanently represented in the IMF Ministerial Committee and Executive Board, where it plays an active role. The IMF's almost universal membership with 190 countries gives it a high degree of legitimacy as a multilateral player.