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Exercise Udara Shakti 2026: IAF and Royal Malaysian Air Force

25 August 20261 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYExercise UdaraShakti 2026: IAF andRoyal Malaysian AirForce25 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

After taking part in Pitch Black 2026 in Australia, the Indian Air Force finished its participation in Udara Shakti 2026 in Malaysia.

Key facts

  • Exercise: Udara Shakti 2026.
  • Venue: Malaysia (host country).
  • Participants: Indian Air Force and Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF).
  • Frequency: biennial, bilateral, tactical air combat.

Aim

  • Strengthen defence cooperation, tactical interoperability, joint air-combat skills and operational flexibility in the Indo-Pacific.

Exam angle

  • Partner air force: RMAF.
  • Earlier event on the same trip: Pitch Black 2026, Australia.
  • Type: biennial bilateral exercise.

Test yourself

1. Exercise Udara Shakti is held between the Indian Air Force and the air force of which country?

It is a bilateral drill with the Royal Malaysian Air Force.

2. How often is Exercise Udara Shakti conducted?

It is a biennial exercise.

3. In which country was Exercise Pitch Black 2026, joined by the IAF before Udara Shakti, held?

The IAF deployed to Pitch Black 2026 in Australia.

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