Ministry of External Affairs

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is a part of the government responsible for managing a country's foreign relations. It handles diplomatic interactions with other nations, engages in international negotiations, and promotes the country's interests abroad. The MEA also oversees Indian embassies and consulates worldwide, provides assistance to Indian citizens overseas, and contributes to policy-making on international issues such as trade, security, and environmental concerns. Essentially, it is the governmental body that manages how the country interacts with the rest of the world.