Google Removes South Korea Coordinates Under Mapping Export Permit

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Google removed South Korea coordinates from mapping feeds under export permit terms.

South Korean law heavily restricts foreign exports of high-definition spatial data for national security.

Local platforms such as Naver Map and KakaoMap handle main domestic navigation in South Korea.

UK travellers to South Korea are advised to use local apps for reliable driving and walking routes.

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