ANALYSIS: US repeatedly votes against Africa’s interests at the UN
” While justifying its opposition to the resolution backed by African countries, calling for an end to the embargo on Cuba, the US accused Cuba of supporting “terrorist organisations around the globe,” a claim virtually no one else believes.
Mr Lakemfa called the US position on the world map “ridiculous,” adding that adopting a more accurate global map will expand human knowledge and correct misdeeds.” Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur, mocked the US and argued that it voted against the resolution because it is uncomfortable with a representation of the world that doesn’t centre the traditional Western perspective.
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