News: Indian Air Force (IAF) participated in Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 with the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) at Subang Airbase, Malaysia.
About
- Bilateral air exercise between India and Malaysia.
- Aims to enhance air combat capabilities, interoperability and tactical coordination.
- IAF deployed 4 Rafale fighters and 2 C-17 Globemaster III aircraft.
- RMAF participated with Su-30MKM, F/A-18D Hornets and A400M aircraft.
Key Activities
- High-intensity combat sorties.
- Dissimilar air combat training and fighter manoeuvres.
- Air-to-air refuelling operations.
- Exchange of expertise on training, mission planning and maintenance.
Significance
- Strengthens India–Malaysia defence cooperation.
- Supports India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific strategy.
- Enhances regional security and operational interoperability.