[webmobdev]

It's because the laws of many countries dictate that any map available to their citizens cannot deviate from the official map that highlights the boundaries with other foreign countries. Google Maps (as well as any other private or public company) can be banned if it doesn't comply.

[AlbertCory]

Correct. And having been IN Google Maps for a while, I can tell you that they have staff devoted 100% to keeping track of these political disputes.