Former East German leader hails China's success

Country a beacon for others as it promotes world peace, says Krenz

What does China in the new era look like? Egon Krenz, 82, a former East German leader, offers a unique perspective.

Krenz, the last communist leader of East Germany in the final months of 1989, said that in a world full of uncertainty and turbulence, China represents a fortress safeguarding peace and stability. This is demonstrated by its commitment, he added, to building a community with a shared future for mankind.