Times of India · DistrictNews · 2026-09-05
The UNGA adopted a resolution titled ‘Correct The Map’ with 164 member states
The UNGA adopted a resolution titled ‘Correct The Map’ with 164 member states voting in favour. The United States was the only country to vote against the resolution, while six countries — Serbia, Estonia, Georgia, Lithuania, Moldova and Ukraine — abstained. The campaign urged governments and institutions worldwide to move away from the traditional Mercator projection, which has been widely used since the 16th century. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday endorsed a new world map that more accurately reflects Africa’s actual size, marking the culmination of a Togo-led campaign backed by the African Union and various advocacy groups.
Why it matters. Why it matters: The UNGA adopted a resolution titled ‘Correct The Map’ with 164 member states voting in favour.
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