The UN General Assembly has approved a resolution aimed at changing maps to more accurately reflect the true size of Africa. This decision was made during a session held on September 5, 2026.
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UN General Assembly Approves Resolution for Accurate Representation of Africa's Size
The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution to update maps to better represent Africa's actual size. The resolution was approved on September 5, 2026.
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