New measures to advance global women's cause

However, women's all-round development still faces complex challenges such as war and conflict and extreme poverty, as well as violence and discrimination.

"Looking ahead, we should rededicate ourselves to the purpose of the Beijing World Conference on Women," Xi said, as he outlined a four-point proposal aimed at building greater consensus, broadening the paths forward, and taking more concrete actions to accelerate women's all-round development.

He called for joint efforts to foster an enabling environment for women's growth, stressing that such development can only be achieved under the prerequisite of peace and tranquility.

Citing statistics, Xi said that more than 600 million women and girls worldwide are still mired in war and conflict, while around 10 percent live in extreme poverty. "We need to enhance the protection of women and girls in regions struck by war, conflict, poverty or natural disaster, and support the vital role of women in preventing conflict and rebuilding their homes," he said.

Xi also called for efforts to address global imbalances in women's development so that all women can share the benefits of economic globalization.

"Modernization of the world should involve and benefit women," he said, highlighting the importance of promoting high-quality development for women through scientific and technological innovation.