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UN approves new map with accurate Africa size
The UN General Assembly has voted to replace the traditional Mercator world map with an alternative that more accurately represents Africa’s size, supported by 164 nations including France and the UK, with the US voting against. The Mercator projection, created in the 16th century, distorts landmass sizes, notably making Africa appear smaller than it is. The proposed change reflects ongoing efforts to correct geographical inaccuracies and influence perceptions about different regions.
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