Perhaps one of the most frequently discussed topics in international relations today is the diminishing power of the nation state and the resulting growth of a global economy. Traditionally, the state is believed to play a leading role in global affairs; However, due to advances in communications technology and the expansion of international trade following the Cold War, the world has witnessed the creation of an increasing number of non-state actors in global politics. The move away from a state-centered model of international governance has brought about many positive changes in global politics, but it has also highlighted many issues and challenges. Through examining the role of international organizations in resolving crises, the effectiveness and legitimacy (or lack thereof) of new methods of global governance, the viability of global governance, and the interconnectivity of states and non-state actors vis-à-vis to global affairs, it can be established that the state is no longer the most powerful actor in global politics. Non-state actors, particularly international organizations such as the United Nations (UN) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), have become as powerful, if not more powerful, than states. In recent years, particularly during the late 20th century, the world has witnessed a significant growth in the number of international organizations, accompanied by an increase in global interdependence (Weiss, Seyle, & Coolidge, 2013). This growth has contributed to a shift in the dynamics of global politics that includes greater involvement of non-state actors in global problem solving and policy making (Falkner, 2011). This involvement, however, may not necessarily be sufficient or effective. For example... half of the document ......nction in global conflicts, in the assertion of authority and in interdependence with states, international organizations have demonstrated their ability to convince others to do things they would not normally they would, the very definition of power according to Payne (2013). The process of globalization has altered the global political system to allow for easy and efficient communication between states, and this has helped ensure the resolution of conflicts, enforcement of laws, and implementation of new policies as needed. While evidence suggests that non-state actors are not necessarily the most powerful actors in global politics, they are certainly more powerful than they have been in the past. Overall, if it were not for several international organizations, with particular attention to the International Monetary Fund and the United Nations, the way the world is governed would look very different than it does today..