How wrap vector world map around a sphere?

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Hi All,
I try to create similar earth as attached image.
I have illustrator vector world map. I inserted it to Blender as SVG and then converted to mesh. Could you please suggest me how can wrap mesh around the sphere.
Thanks in advance.

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Although this isn’t my workflow, i will use shrinkwrap modifier and play with settings.

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You could also use 2 simple deform modifiers(warp).

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Thanks All I found this solution.