Legal Definitions - international organization

An international organization is a group of countries that work together to achieve common goals. These organizations are established by multilateral treaties and operate according to their rules. They can be intergovernmental or nongovernmental associations.

• World Health Organization (WHO) - an intergovernmental organization that works to promote health and prevent diseases worldwide.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) - an intergovernmental organization that sets standards and regulations for international air travel.
• Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) - an intergovernmental organization that coordinates the production and sale of petroleum among its member countries.

These examples illustrate how international organizations can work in different fields, such as health, transportation, and energy. They bring together countries with similar interests and goals to work towards a common objective.