I think both of these questions are more about the maps
package than R.
map From maps v3.3.0
Draw Geographical Maps
Draw lines and polygons as specified by a map database.
Country labels, I think you use map.text
A good way to get help would be to create a REPRoducible EXample (reprex)? A minimal reprex makes it much easier for others to understand your issue and figure out how to help.