Russia strengthens diplomatic and military presence in Madagascar

More than seven months after a political change in Madagascar, Russia is deepening its relations with the strategically important Indian Ocean island.

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This Russian expansion reflects intensifying geopolitical competition between powers for influence in southern Africa.

The situation illustrates Moscow's strategic repositioning outside its traditional zones of influence.

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