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UN urges more precise world map
The United Nations General Assembly announced the adoption of a resolution calling for the use of more accurate world maps to better represent the relative sizes of continents, aiming to correct distortions present in traditional maps—especially regarding the size of Africa. Supported by 164 countries, the resolution emphasizes encouraging governments, educational institutions, and international organizations to adopt map projections such as "Equal Earth," which more accurately reflect actual land areas. It also notes that the Mercator projection, while useful for navigation, causes significant distortions, particularly in polar regions, where some areas appear much larger than their true size. The resolution seeks to raise awareness of the visual impact these projections have on global perceptions, without mandating or forcing the use of a single map type, in order to promote a more accurate understanding of geographical spaces around the world.
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