Classification of geographical regions published by the United Nations. Standard M49 (ISTAC: CL_M49_GEO_REGIONS)

The geographical region classification presents the composition of geographical regions used by the Statistics Division in its publications and databases. Each country or area is shown in a single region. These geographical regions are based on continental regions; These are subdivided into subregions and intermediate regions drawn to obtain greater homogeneity in population size, demographic circumstances and accuracy of demographic statistics.