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UN votes for a fairer world map that accurately represents Africa
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UN votes for a fairer world map that accurately represents Africa

So, the United Nations has just made a significant move by voting for a new world map that aims to represent countries more accurately. This new Equal Earth map, which was introduced in 2018, shows Africa in its true size, unlike the traditional Mercator projection that makes it look much smaller. A whopping 164 countries supported this resolution, highlighting a growing recognition of the importance of accurate representations. While the resolution isn't binding, experts believe that many institutions will quickly adopt this new approach, which is a fantastic step towards fairness in cartography.
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