Ok, it seems that some are having trouble with a reference galactic map. After reading DMs post that has sol being "north" on a map, I have found this. Hopefully DM will agree that it is the simplest method to at least determine the standard north south east and west.
It also shows the actual 'Arms' the galaxy so one can relate location in said galaxy. For example, DM's nation, the Technocracy is from the perseus arm, technically "north" of Sol.
and My nation, the Hau, is from the Scutum-crux (Scutum-Centaurus on this map) being a technical "south" of sol.
Once more, Hopefully this will serve as some sort of reference for everyone.