UN endorses world map that more accurately depicts Africa’s size
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UN endorses world map that more accurately depicts Africa’s size
The UN General Assembly on Friday endorsed a world map designed to portray Africa and other continents in proportions closer to their actual size, backing a campaign led by African countries and advocacy groups. A resolution sponsored by Togo and supported by members of the African Union received 1»»»
The U.N. backs a new world map showing Africa in its true relative size
LAGOS, Nigeria — The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly backed a resolution aimed at changing the way Africa and other regions are represented on world maps. The "Correct the Map" resolution, introduced by Togo on behalf of the African Group and supported by the African Union, was a»»»
France drops Mercator maps as Africa pushes for truer world view
France will stop using maps based on the traditional Mercator projection, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced on Friday – backing an African push for a more accurate representation of the continent. The announcement comes as the United Nations General Assembly votes on Friday on a reso»»»
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