Rum Market (2026 - 2036)

Rum Market Forecast and Outlook 2026 to 2036

The global rum market is forecasted to reach USD 28.4 billion in 2026 and expand to USD 42.7 billion by 2036, advancing at a CAGR of 4.2%. The global rum market is entering the forecast period with a clear split between a soft mainstream base and a more resilient premium tier. Cross border rum trade has cooled in the largest import system, signalling a demand reset plus inventory correction in the global supply chain that runs through European bottling and redistribution hubs. Preference is shifting away from routine bottle-led mixing occasions toward fewer, more intentional purchases and toward adjacent formats that steal the cocktail occasion.

Within rum, the winners are the variants that reduce choice friction or justify a higher ticket: Diageo notes Captain Morgan net sales declined due to rum category weakness, yet its core Original Spiced variant gained share, which is consistent with category consolidation into the most legible mainstream SKU. In parallel, premiumization shows up as volume down with price and mix up, as seen in Pernod Ricard where Havana Club volumes declined while price and mix improved, and suppliers are explicitly building halo through ultra-aged and luxury cues such as Appleton Estate launches positioned to reinforce luxury aged rum credibility.

Quick Stats for Rum Market

• Rum Market Value (2026): USD 28.4 billion
• Rum Market Forecast Value (2036): USD 42.7 billion
• Rum Market Forecast CAGR (2026-2036): 4.2%
• Leading Product Type by Demand Share: White rum
• Fastest-Growing Countries: India, Brazil, USA, Germany, UK
• Top Players in Global Demand: Bacardi Limited, Diageo plc, Pernod Ricard, Captain Morgan, Mount Gay Distilleries

"At the top-end, we’re seeing ultra-premium releases entering the market for collectors and connoisseurs. [Releases like Appleton Estate’s 'The Source'] help to solidify rum’s rightful place in the luxury dark spirits conversation. The premium and ultra-premium tiers are both major growth opportunities for the category."- Raul Gonzalez, Managing Director of Campari Group’s Rum Portfolio

The industry's value proposition is evolving from volume-based commodity sales toward experience-led premium positioning. Advanced rum producers are integrating terroir-specific production methods, barrel-aging innovations, and small-batch distillation to reduce market commoditization while improving brand differentiation. Premium-positioned brands and craft distilleries are gaining preference, enabling direct-to-consumer sales and specialized retail partnerships across on-trade and off-trade channels.

Rum Market Key Takeaways

Metric	Value
Market Value (2026)	USD 28.4 billion
Market Forecast Value (2036)	USD 42.7 billion
Forecast CAGR (2026-2036)	4.2%

Source: FMI’s proprietary forecasting model and primary research

Market Definition

The rum market refers to the global consumption and production of alcoholic beverages distilled from sugarcane by-products, including molasses and sugarcane juice. It includes both premium and mass-market offerings, with segments that cater to various consumption occasions such as cocktails, neat consumption, and culinary applications. The market size is measured in USD billion and analyzed over the 2026 to 2036 period.
The rum market includes product types such as white rum, dark rum, spiced rum, and premium/aged rum, sold through both on-trade (bars, restaurants) and off-trade (retail, online) distribution channels. The market is expanding due to growing interest in premium spirits, craft distillery innovations, and evolving consumer preferences toward higher-quality and more authentic rum options.

Market Inclusion

Included in the rum market scope are rum products categorized by type (white, dark, spiced, and premium/aged), with segmentation based on distribution channels (on-trade and off-trade), price range (economy, mid-range, premium, super-premium), and end-use applications (cocktails, neat consumption, cooking, and mixology). The scope includes rum brands with a focus on heritage, craftsmanship, and premium positioning, particularly those marketed through specialty retailers, bars, and hospitality venues.
Geographically, the market encompasses key regions such as North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa, with country-level analysis for significant markets like India, Brazil, the USA, Germany, and the UK.

Market Exclusion

Excluded from the rum market scope are non-distilled alcoholic beverages and spirits not derived from sugarcane products, such as vodka, whiskey, and gin. Additionally, products not intended for retail or consumption (e.g., industrial rum for non-beverage applications) are not included.
The market excludes non-alcoholic rum-flavored beverages, as well as rum-based products that are not marketed as standalone spirits, such as ready-to-drink cocktails or rum-infused food products. Furthermore, products with non-compliant labeling or those that do not meet regional regulatory standards for alcohol are outside the market's defined scope.

Key Shift in the Rum Market From 2026 to 2036

From 2026 to 2036, the deepest structural shift in rum is the move from soft origin cues to enforceable identity. Major consuming blocs already provide the legal base. EU spirit drinks rules define categories, set labelling constraints, protect geographical indications, then anchor protected names in the Union register. Producer countries are tightening production codes so origin claims become auditable at the distillery. Jamaica Rum GI practice specifies fermentation and distillation in Jamaica, ageing under excise oversight, age statements tied to the youngest rum in the barrel, loss of GI status after blending with other rum. WIPO material on Jamaica Rum describes mandatory analytical and sensory examination before certification, reinforcing that the GI is an inspection regime, not a marketing story. In parallel, US standards of identity keep the base definition broad, distilled from sugar cane inputs at under 95% ABV, with cachaça recognised as a distinctive Brazilian product, which sharpens the boundary between generic rum and place anchored cane spirits.

The second shift is a demand split that pressures the middle tier and rewards clear use cases. In the United States, rum volumes fell 8.9% in 2024 and supplier revenue fell 7.0%, while spirits based Cocktails and RTDs expanded, pulling consumption toward convenience formats and away from routine bottle led mixing. That pattern matters globally because it compresses the casual mixer segment. Winners tend to follow two models. One is mainstream consolidation where the largest spiced propositions take share inside a weaker rum base because they remain simple to choose at shelf. The other is high identity rum that earns bar relevance and enthusiast pull. Campari attributes part of its positive brand mix to Wray and Nephew Overproof, a signal that intensity and provenance can outperform when the centre softens. Premiumisation shows up in portfolio math. Pernod Ricard reports Havana Club with volume down but price and mix up, signalling fewer bottles sold with higher value per bottle.

What are the Various Segments of the Rum Market?

Rum products play a critical role in delivering flavor complexity, cocktail versatility, and premium drinking experiences across hospitality venues, retail establishments, and home consumption applications. Adoption is influenced by aging requirements, flavor preferences, price considerations, and consumption occasions. Segmentation by product type, distribution channel, and price range highlights how consumers select specific rum variants to meet taste preferences, budget constraints, and social settings across diverse drinking categories.

Which Product Type Holds the Largest Share in Rum?

Dark rum’s 32.7% share is supported less by everyday mixing utility and more by occasion-led selection. Consumers typically choose dark rum when they want the spirit to carry flavor presence rather than disappear behind a mixer, which makes it structurally stronger in neat consumption and spirit-forward serves. That preference shifts the basis of competition away from pure price and toward perceived richness, aging cues, and ritual, even when products are blended and not strictly age-stated. As a result, dark rum behaves like a bridge segment: it captures buyers trading up from white rum for experience and narrative, while remaining accessible relative to higher-priced brown spirits categories.

How Do Distribution Channel Requirements Influence Rum Selection?

Off trade channels account for 72.1% of distribution because rum demand is structurally anchored in at home consumption rather than venue led discovery. Retail is where repeat purchase happens, where consumers optimize for price per serve, and where a single bottle can flex across multiple occasions, from casual mixing to small social gatherings. That combination keeps volume concentrated in supermarkets, liquor retailers, and e commerce routes that are designed for planned purchase rather than impulse ordering.

On trade represents 27.9% because it is not the scale channel, it is the signal channel. Bars and hospitality venues play an outsized role in premium positioning, cocktail ritual, and brand trial, even if they contribute a smaller share of total volume. The on trade mix is shaped by menu placement, bartender recommendation, and the ability to deliver consistent cocktail service, which favors brands that can support training, visibility, and reliable supply. The result is a split where off trade drives the category’s base demand, while on trade disproportionately shapes perception, premium mix, and cocktail led recruitment.

What Structural Drivers Make Rum Win Share?

Rum gains market share through three interconnected structural transformations. Origin governance systems convert commodity positioning into differentiated, protected designations that command premium pricing. Strategic capital allocation by major spirits companies validates the category's margin potential and unlocks distribution infrastructure. Occasion expansion beyond traditional serves creates incremental volume without price erosion. These forces work together to shift rum from a price-led commodity to a system of differentiated products with defendable economic moats.

Origin Governance: Converting Labels into Protected Designations

Geographical indication enforcement represents the most powerful structural lever for value creation in rum. When producing regions tighten GI rules, they fundamentally change the economics of authentication and margin protection. The mechanism works through supply constraint and credible quality signaling.

Jamaica's amendment to its rum GI provides the clearest evidence of this mechanism in action. The new rules prohibit overseas aging of Jamaican rum. This requirement keeps more of the value chain within Jamaica's borders. It makes provenance directly verifiable through physical production location rather than through label claims alone. The economic effect cascades through several channels.

First, keeping production steps local increases the share of final retail value that accrues to origin-based producers and workers. Second, it creates a higher barrier to imitation because competitors cannot replicate the designation simply by buying bulk spirit and aging it elsewhere. Third, it generates a credible authentication story for premium buyers who consistently rank provenance and production transparency among their primary purchase drivers.

The legal contestation around this GI amendment is itself a market signal rather than regulatory noise. Companies litigate when rules affect revenue distribution across the supply chain. The fact that stakeholders are challenging the amendment in court reveals that origin protection has moved from symbolic branding to material value capture. The controversy validates that GI enforcement now determines who captures margin in the category.

This dynamic extends beyond Jamaica. When any rum-producing region strengthens its geographical indication framework, it reduces the number of products that can legally claim the protected designation. That supply tightening supports pricing power for compliant producers. It simultaneously creates differentiation that premium consumers will pay to access. The result is margin expansion without volume dependence.

Capital Allocation: Validating Premium Economics at Scale

Strategic capital deployment by major spirits companies serves as category validation and infrastructure accelerant. When large portfolio owners acquire premium rum assets, they signal to capital markets that the segment can support scaled margin economics. That validation then redirects marketing investment, distribution resources, and portfolio management attention toward rum.

Brown-Forman's acquisition of Diplomático demonstrates this mechanism clearly. The company framed the transaction explicitly as entry into super-premium rum. This positioning matters because it reveals management's view of where margin expansion opportunities exist over the next planning horizon. Brown-Forman is not defending a mature category through acquisition. It is buying access to a growth pool.

The acquisition unlocks immediate value through infrastructure transfer. Diplomático gains access to distribution networks that would take years to build independently. It receives trade marketing resources, on-premise activation budgets, and retail negotiation leverage that come with Brown-Forman's portfolio scale. These capabilities are expensive to develop organically. Acquisition makes them available immediately.

The capital allocation signal also triggers competitive response across the category. When one major spirits house acquires a premium rum brand, other portfolio managers reassess their own holdings. They evaluate whether their current assets are positioned to capture similar premium growth. They consider whether they need additional acquisitions or whether they should upgrade existing brands through reformulation, packaging enhancement, or pricing repositioning. This competitive dynamic accelerates premiumization even among brands not directly involved in the original transaction.

The pattern matters because it creates a self-reinforcing cycle. As more capital flows into premium rum, the segment gains legitimacy in portfolio planning discussions. As legitimacy increases, brand teams receive larger marketing budgets and more ambitious volume targets. As resources increase, brands can afford the consumer education and trade activation required to shift perception from mixing spirit to sipping category. Each step reinforces the next.

Occasion Expansion: Creating Incremental Volume Without Price Erosion

The third structural driver is occasion expansion through new consumption contexts and adjacent product formats. Rum gains share when brands create new reasons to buy beyond the traditional cola serve. This expansion generates incremental volume without requiring price discounting to steal share from existing occasions.

Diageo's reporting provides useful context for understanding this dynamic. The company's long-term spirits value growth comes primarily from premiumization. Premium and above price tiers have taken a larger share of total category value over the past decade. Within that trend, rum wins by positioning as a higher-quality base spirit rather than a cheap mixer. The strategic question becomes how to create those quality perceptions and translate them into purchase behavior.

Structured cocktail experiences represent one pathway. When rum appears in craft cocktail menus at quality on-premise accounts, it shifts consumer perception of the category's versatility and sophistication. A consumer who encounters rum in a well-executed daiquiri or mai tai begins to understand the spirit differently than someone whose only reference point is rum and cola. That expanded understanding creates permission to purchase at higher price points and in different contexts.

Adjacent formats provide another pathway. The launch of a non-alcoholic Captain Morgan variant signals that major brand owners are stretching rum equity across more usage moments. This matters because new occasions represent the fastest path to incremental volume growth. A non-alcoholic variant captures consumption moments where alcohol is not appropriate or desired. It keeps the brand relevant during those occasions and maintains mental availability for moments when the consumer does want alcohol. The format expansion does not cannibalize existing volume because it addresses different need states.

Both pathways share a common logic. They create reasons to choose rum that do not depend on low price or habit. They build category relevance through experience and variety rather than through promotional intensity. This approach protects margin while expanding total addressable occasions.

What Cost Constraints Influence Rum Demand?

Rum’s biggest cost constraint is not the liquid, it is time plus loss. Ageing is a working capital drag because inventory sits for years before sale, and tropical ageing amplifies the pain because evaporation is meaningfully higher. Drinks industry coverage often cites around eight percent annual loss in tropical conditions, and academic work on spirits ageing confirms that evaporation rises with environmental conditions and storage variables. The causal chain is straightforward: higher evaporation means fewer sellable bottles per cask, which raises unit cost, which either pushes price up or compresses margin. That is why long aged tropical rum is structurally expensive and why producers are selective about how much stock they allocate to extended ageing programs.

Regulation and labeling also create cost through complexity. In the United States, rum has a legal definition tied to sugarcane origin, distillation strength, and minimum bottling proof. That definition standardises what can be called rum, but it does not solve the global fragmentation problem, because GIs and local rules can be stricter than baseline standards. The operational effect is more SKU segmentation, more compliance work, and more constrained flexibility in bulk movement and finishing, especially as origin groups push for tighter definitions that limit overseas maturation or blending practices.

Energy and process costs are the other constraint that shows up when producers modernise. Bacardi’s CHP investment in Puerto Rico is a useful example because it shows producers treating energy and emissions reduction as an operational efficiency lever, not just a branding claim. The cause and effect is that distillation is energy intensive, energy volatility flows into cost of goods, and projects that stabilise energy use can protect margin even if retail pricing is under pressure.

What Recent Shifts Explain Why Momentum Has Increased Lately

Momentum has increased because rum is being pulled in two directions at once, and the tension is productive. On one side, authenticity and provenance are being formalised through GI enforcement efforts in the Caribbean, which turns rum into something more like Scotch or Cognac in how it can defend premium price points. The Jamaica GI dispute, and parallel push for Barbados GI protection, are not niche industry arguments. They are the mechanism through which producers try to stop value leakage and lock in a credible story that retailers and consumers can trust. When those rules tighten, premiumisation stops being marketing language and becomes governance.

On the other side, global spirits groups are treating premium rum as an investable platform. Brown Forman’s Diplomático acquisition is one clear marker, and Campari’s continued focus on Appleton Estate and Jamaica centred growth is another. The practical effect is more consistent global distribution, more trade support, and more brand building spend behind premium rum labels, which makes premium rum easier to find and easier to trial across markets. That is how category momentum looks in the real economy: not just consumers changing taste, but supply chains changing incentives.

How Is the Rum Market Evolving Globally?

Global demand for rum products is increasing as consumers expand spirits consumption while addressing premium positioning, flavor complexity, and authentic production application requirements. Growth reflects rising use of craft-distilled products, heritage brand positioning, and quality-optimized production specifications across cocktail establishments, specialty retail channels, and premium consumption occasions. Product selection focuses on aging properties, flavor authenticity, and heritage performance under various consumption scenarios. India records 7.8% CAGR, Brazil records 5.1% CAGR, USA records 4.7% CAGR, Germany records 4.3% CAGR, and UK records 4.0% CAGR. Adoption remains driven by premium positioning requirements and flavor complexity rather than volume expansion alone.

Country	CAGR (2026-2036)
India	7.8%
Brazil	5.1%
USA	4.7%
Germany	4.3%
UK	4.0%

Source: FMI’s proprietary forecasting model and primary research

India: How is the Rising Cocktail Culture Driving Premium Rum Adoption?

India rum demand is domestically anchored. Legacy dark rums such as Old Monk sit beside mass brands like Contessa, built for price elastic retail purchase over bar led discovery. Supply is molasses first: distilleries on sugar belts convert cane molasses into ENA for rum, but fuel ethanol competes for the same stream as petrol blending nears 20%, tightening input economics and raising the value of long term mill contracts. Distribution is the second gate: several large states run monopoly or quasi monopoly systems, so access is negotiated state by state and predictable retail placement. Tamil Nadu grants TASMAC exclusive wholesale privilege; Kerala sells largely through the state beverages corporation. Policy volatility also plays an important part. For example, Maharashtra tax changes were challenged by foreign firms, signalling sudden price resets in the affordable premium band. Premium imported Caribbean labels expand where listing and taxation allow, using metro cocktail bars and duty free for high intent trial.

Brazil: Is the "Cachaça Premium" Movement Elevating Local Rum Standards?

Brazil is a sugarcane superpower, but rum competes inside a sugarcane spirits culture that is overwhelmingly cachaça led. The domestic supply base is structurally set up for cane juice distillation across thousands of cachaça brands and a mostly domestic value chain, which means rum demand is recruited mainly through specific occasions, not through national habit.

For rum brands, the practical growth lever is premium and cocktail led penetration in metros where consumers are already experimenting beyond caipirinha. Import led portfolios and premium positioning tend to travel through on trade menus and specialist retail, while the mass off trade shelf is dominated by familiar cane spirits. Supply chain economics are shaped by sugar and fuel markets because most Brazilian mills flex between sugar and ethanol, which influences molasses and pricing dynamics for beverage spirits.

Consumer trust and compliance are a real constraint. A recent methanol scare, plus estimates that a large share of spirits sales are illicit, increases the value of traceable sourcing, tamper evident packaging, and disciplined route to market control.

Germany: Will Strict Quality Standards Accelerate Craft Rum Imports?

Germany’s rum market is import led and trading hub shaped. Germany is among the world’s top importers, which keeps brand leadership tilted toward Caribbean and multinational portfolios rather than domestic distillation. At the same time, Germany also re exports meaningful volumes, signaling bottling, warehousing, and EU redistribution activity inside the supply chain rather than simple end market consumption. Consumer behavior splits into two tracks.

Off trade repeat purchase remains the base, sensitive to spirits excise, which is levied per hectolitre of pure alcohol and flows directly into shelf pricing at standard strengths. Above that base sits an enthusiast layer driven by education and trial. Berlin’s German Rum Festival showcases 150 plus brands and 500 plus bottlings, creating a structured pipeline for premium discovery through tastings and masterclasses that then converts into specialist retail demand.

UK: Is the "Heritage Island" Brand Strategy Revitalizing Local Production?

UK rum is import led and duty shaped. Spirits duty is charged per litre of pure alcohol, with products above 22% ABV taxed at £32.79, so price ladders compress when brands trade consumers up. UK supply chains rely on bottled imports routed through wholesalers, with the EU, Italy, the Netherlands, Guatemala, and France among the largest reported exporters of rum and tafia to the UK in 2024. Off trade drives scale because home hosting keeps bottle economics attractive.

On trade plays the recruitment role through cocktail serves that normalise rum beyond cola. Bacardi’s 2025 cocktail trends work flags rum classics like the Mojito as a high frequency order, which matters because menu repetition is how new consumers enter the category. For global owners, Captain Morgan remains a reference brand with broad availability, while premium imports use specialist retail, duty free, and curated bar programs to justify higher price per serve.

USA: How is the "Craft Cocktail Renaissance" Driving Premium Rum Innovation?

The United States rum market is structurally shaped by regulation plus a territory linked supply chain. Federal standards define rum as a sugarcane derived spirit distilled below 95% ABV and bottled at not less than 40% ABV, which sets the compliance floor for product style and labeling claims. Importers must secure TTB label approval before removing bottled spirits from customs custody, which makes compliant packaging and importer of record control a practical gate for any global brand building scale.

A second gate is fiscal architecture; in the USA excise taxes collected on rum brought into the United States are covered over to Puerto Rico and the USA Virgin Islands, making the territories economically central nodes in the USA rum ecosystem. GAO notes the cover over rate fell in 2022 to $10.50 per proof gallon, tightening a funding stream tied to territorial public finances and reinforcing why policy shifts around cover over rates matter to producers and bottlers.

Consumer demand is increasingly driven by approachability and flavor engineering rather than pure heritage signaling. That mix implies a category logic where sweetness, aroma, and easy mixing win repeat purchase, because flavor variants reduce trial risk and widen usage across simple home serves and casual gatherings. At the premium end, rum still recruits through trade up cues like age statements and origin, but the center of gravity is the flavored and spiced mass that converts occasional buyers into routine buyers through predictable taste and low friction consumption.

Who are the Major Players Active in the Rum Market?

The rum market is defined by a pivot toward "Heritage Innovation" and craft-integrated premium positioning. Bacardi Limited, as one of the largest and most recognized rum brands globally, continues to lead the market with its diverse portfolio of rum products catering to different segments. Bacardi’s legacy is built on its strong heritage and commitment to maintaining brand value, while driving innovation in flavored rums and premium offerings. Bacardi’s extensive distribution network ensures its dominance in both established and emerging markets.

Diageo plc, with its flagship rum brand Captain Morgan, has secured a strong position in the global rum market. Captain Morgan is particularly known for its spiced rum offerings, which have gained significant market share in both the US and international markets. Diageo’s focus on marketing campaigns and consumer engagement has positioned Captain Morgan as a widely recognized name in the rum category, bolstered by a growing presence in both mainstream and premium segments.

Pernod Ricard also holds a significant share of the rum market, with its Havana Club brand being a prominent player. The brand’s premium positioning and strong association with Cuban rum heritage have helped it carve a niche, particularly in Europe and other international markets. Pernod Ricard has emphasized both brand authenticity and innovation in flavor profiles to cater to a growing consumer base interested in high-quality, premium rum experiences.

The competitive landscape in the global rum market remains highly competitive, with a clear distinction between premium and mass-market players. The dominance of Bacardi and Diageo in both categories underscores the strength of established brands, while newer players strive to carve out a niche by focusing on innovation and premium offerings.

Key Players in the Rum Market

• Bacardi Limited
• Diageo plc
• Pernod Ricard
• Captain Morgan
• Mount Gay Distilleries
• Tanduay Distillers Inc.
• Demerara Distillers Limited
• Flor de Caña
• Ron Diplomático
• Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum

Scope of the Report

Items	Values
Quantitative Units	USD billion
Product Type	White Rum; Dark Rum; Spiced Rum; Premium/Aged Rum
Distribution Channel	On-trade; Off-trade
Price Range	Economy; Mid-range; Premium; Super Premium
End-Use Application	Cocktails; Neat Consumption; Cooking; Mixology
Regions Covered	Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East & Africa
Countries Covered	India, Brazil, USA, Germany, UK, and 40+ countries
Key Companies Profiled	Bacardi Limited; Diageo plc; Pernod Ricard; Captain Morgan; Mount Gay Distilleries; Others
Additional Attributes	Dollar sales by product type, distribution channel, and price range; performance in cocktail applications and premium consumption across hospitality venues, retail establishments, and home consumption matrices; product quality improvement, flavor complexity enhancement, and heritage benefit under consumption occasions; impact on brand positioning, consumer satisfaction, and market differentiation during purchasing processes; compatibility with cocktail recipes and consumption preferences; procurement dynamics driven by premium positioning, craft innovation programs, and long-term brand partnerships.

Rum Market by Segment

• Product Type:

  • White Rum
  • Dark Rum
  • Spiced Rum
  • Premium/Aged Rum

• Distribution Channel:

  • On-trade
  • Off-trade

• Price Range:

  • Economy
  • Mid-range
  • Premium
  • Super Premium

• End-Use Application:

  • Cocktails
  • Neat Consumption
  • Cooking
  • Mixology

• Region:

  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • India
    • Australia & New Zealand
    • UK
    • Thailand
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Nordic
    • Netherlands
    • Rest of Europe
  • North America
    • USA
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Colombia
    • Argentina
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
    • Other GCC Countries
    • Turkey
    • South Africa
    • Other African Union
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

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