South Africa’s joint drills a show of influence in the Indian Ocean

[RFI - Africa] - 9/01/2026

Launching on Friday, South Africa's joint naval exercise with China, Russia and Iran goes beyond manoeuvres at sea. The drills signal determination to project influence in southern Africa, a region that holds growing strategic importance for Moscow and Beijing.

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