WorldHow big is Africa really? Why the UN voted to change the world map
The UN General Assembly backed a resolution promoting the Equal Earth projection, which more accurately represents the relative size of Africa, Latin America, South Asia and Oceania. The measure passed with 164 votes in favor; the US opposed it and six countries abstained. France said it would stop using the Mercator projection.
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How big is Africa really? Why the UN voted to change the world map
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