New Delhi, Dec. 25 -- Former diplomat Mahesh Sachdev on Wednesday welcomed the US report, stating that it's a significant development as the US is now taking notice of China's tactics in Arunachal Pradesh.

Speaking with ANI, Sachdev said, "It's quite interesting to note that the US Defense Department is beginning to take notice of Chinese hegemonic designs concerning India. It has in its report mentioned the details of Arunachal Pradesh-related developments."

A recent Pentagon report submitted to the US Congress has flagged China's claim over India's Arunachal Pradesh as part of its stated "core interests", alongside Taiwan and major maritime disputes.

This move underscores Beijing's broader national strategy to achieve the "great reju...