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UN General Assembly Approves Resolution for Equal Earth Projection to Represent Africa's Size
The United Nations General Assembly adopted the 'Correct the Map' resolution on September 4, 2026, endorsing equal-area projections like Equal Earth to accurately depict Africa's size. This shift is driven by long-standing advocacy from African nations and the African Union to correct cartographic distortions that misrepresent the continent. The resolution's adoption is expected to influence educational and media practices globally, promoting a more equitable representation of Africa in various contexts.
Saudi Communications Minister Discusses Digital Partnership with UN Official
Saudi Minister of Communications Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha met with UN Under-Secretary-General Li Junhua to enhance digital partnerships and support Sustainable Development Goals. This meeting is part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to strengthen international cooperation in digital governance under Vision 2030. The long-term implication is a potential increase in Saudi Arabia's influence in global digital policy and capacity-building initiatives for developing nations.
UN General Assembly Endorses Equal Earth Projection to Replace Mercator Map
On September 4, 2026, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 'Correct the Map' resolution endorsing the Equal Earth projection. This initiative, sponsored by Togo on behalf of the African Union, aims to address the distortions of the Mercator map that misrepresent the sizes of continents, particularly Africa. The long-term implication is a potential shift in educational materials and public representations of geography, influencing perceptions of global geography and resource distribution.
UN General Assembly Adopts Resolution to Replace Mercator Projection
On 5 September 2026, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 'Correct the Map' resolution, urging the replacement of the Mercator projection with more accurate alternatives. This shift is prompted by long-standing critiques of the Mercator projection's distortions, particularly regarding the size of Africa compared to other landmasses. The resolution's adoption signals a potential long-term change in cartographic standards and educational practices globally, as institutions may begin to transition to more accurate mapping systems.
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Saudi Communications Minister Discusses Digital Partnership with UN Official
Saudi Minister of Communications Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha met with UN Under-Secretary-General Li Junhua to enhance digital partnerships and support Sustainable Development Goals. This meeting is part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to strengthen international cooperation in digital governance under Vision 2030. The long-term implication is a potential increase in Saudi Arabia's influence in global digital policy and capacity-building initiatives for developing nations.
UN General Assembly Endorses Equal Earth Projection to Replace Mercator Map
On September 4, 2026, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 'Correct the Map' resolution endorsing the Equal Earth projection. This initiative, sponsored by Togo on behalf of the African Union, aims to address the distortions of the Mercator map that misrepresent the sizes of continents, particularly Africa. The long-term implication is a potential shift in educational materials and public representations of geography, influencing perceptions of global geography and resource distribution.
UN General Assembly Approves Resolution for Equal Earth Projection to Represent Africa's Size
The United Nations General Assembly adopted the 'Correct the Map' resolution on September 4, 2026, endorsing equal-area projections like Equal Earth to accurately depict Africa's size. This shift is driven by long-standing advocacy from African nations and the African Union to correct cartographic distortions that misrepresent the continent. The resolution's adoption is expected to influence educational and media practices globally, promoting a more equitable representation of Africa in various contexts.
UN General Assembly Adopts Resolution to Replace Mercator Projection
On 5 September 2026, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 'Correct the Map' resolution, urging the replacement of the Mercator projection with more accurate alternatives. This shift is prompted by long-standing critiques of the Mercator projection's distortions, particularly regarding the size of Africa compared to other landmasses. The resolution's adoption signals a potential long-term change in cartographic standards and educational practices globally, as institutions may begin to transition to more accurate mapping systems.