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Malaysia's Anka-S Surveillance Aircraft Strengthens South China Sea Presence

Malaysia's defence minister says the Anka-S unmanned aircraft, capable of continuous 24-hour operations, significantly enhances the nation's intelligence-gathering capabilities and strategic positioning in the contested South China Sea.

By Azizah Rahman · 16 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia's Maritime Eyes in the Sky: ANKA-S Drones Set to Transform South China Sea Surveillance

Malaysia has operationalised the ANKA-S unmanned aircraft system to strengthen maritime surveillance over the South China Sea. The three aircraft, costing RM423.8 million, can fly for over 24 hours at 30,000 feet.

By Azizah Rahman · 16 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia's Anka-S Surveillance Aircraft Strengthens South China Sea Presence

Malaysia's Maritime Eyes in the Sky: ANKA-S Drones Set to Transform South China Sea Surveillance

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