Absolut Vodka ceases exports to Russia amidst controversy.

Absolut Vodka, owned by French liqueur company Pernod Ricard, has suspended all exports to Russia after facing calls for boycotts in Sweden. Pernod Ricard had resumed some exports to Russia in April 2022 after halting them in March following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The decision to resume exports was made to protect staff in Russia from criminal liability, but it sparked criticism and boycotts in Sweden. Absolut's CEO said the company cannot expose its employees and partners to massive criticism and acknowledged the significance of its relationships with the Swedish community.