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UN adopts resolution for more accurate maps reflecting Africa's true size
Al Jazeera·about 19 hours ago
The UN General Assembly has voted to adopt a new world map that corrects the historical underrepresentation of Africa's size, a change from the 16th-century projection. The decision is symbolic but may influence cartographic standards and geopolitical perceptions. Details on implementation and member-state support remain unclear.