New Delhi, June 5 -- Latin America is currently grappling with a wave of political and social instability, characterised by widespread civil unrest, security crises, and shifting diplomatic alliances.

As governments across the region struggle to maintain order, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is closely monitoring the status of the Indian diaspora amidst these turbulent conditions.

During a weekly briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal provided an update on the Indian community residing in the region, noting that their safety is a top priority. There are approximately 4,000 Indian nationals in Chile, around 350 in Ecuador, and fewer than 100 in Bolivia.

"In Chile, there are approximately 4,000 Indian nationals and persons of...