Finally, the racist and anti-africa map projection conspiracy of 1569 has come to an end. /s
Absurdly, that was the actual motivation behind the resolution. How embarrassing for all involved.
Choosing maps for political reasons is nothing new, of course. The UN's own emblem features a azimuthal equidistant projection, which is meant to present a balanced depiction of all the nations. It is strange to see them now pick one in order to promote a nakedly africa-centric message.
Finally, the racist and anti-africa map projection conspiracy of 1569 has come to an end. /s
Absurdly, that was the actual motivation behind the resolution. How embarrassing for all involved.
Choosing maps for political reasons is nothing new, of course. The UN's own emblem features a azimuthal equidistant projection, which is meant to present a balanced depiction of all the nations. It is strange to see them now pick one in order to promote a nakedly africa-centric message.