Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) is a South Korean government body responsible for overseeing land management, infrastructure development, and transportation policies within the country. It plays a crucial role in shaping South Korea's physical landscape and ensuring the safety and efficiency of its transportation networks. MOLIT is currently newsworthy due to two recent developments. First, a state audit revealed that the ministry allegedly prioritized cost reduction over safety in airport construction for over two decades, culminating in a critical report following a deadly Jeju Air crash in December 2024. Second, MOLIT recently approved the export of high-precision map data to Google, potentially enabling fully functional Google Maps in South Korea after a two-decade restriction, albeit with strict security requirements. These events highlight MOLIT's significant influence on both public safety and technological accessibility within South Korea.