164 nations back new world map to fix distorted size of Africa, Latin America

The UN General Assembly voted to adopt the Equal Earth map, 164 in favor. The US voted against and six abstained. It shows continents at true size.

Why it mattersMaps shape how people see the world and their place in it. A map that shows continents at their true size changes what students learn about global proportions.

AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though the vote could influence how Australian schools and organisations choose to represent the world in future maps and media.

Corroborated bytheguardian.com

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