Exercise Udara Shakti 2026: India–Malaysia Air Force Cooperation
24 August 2026
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Exercise Udara Shakti 2026: India–Malaysia Air Force Cooperation
1. Context
Exercise Udara Shakti 2026, a bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), was conducted at Subang Air Base, Malaysia, from 10–14 August 2026. The exercise concluded successfully after high-intensity combat sorties, joint tactical manoeuvres and professional exchanges between personnel of the two air forces.
2. Background and Salient Features
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Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 strengthens India-Malaysia air force cooperation through joint tactical training, interoperability and defence diplomacy in August 2026.
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Udara Shakti 2026India Malaysiaair exerciseIAF RafaleRMAFinteroperabilityAct East PolicyStrait of Malaccadefence diplomacyIndo-Pacific