Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a powerful keynote speech at the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing, urging international cooperation to accelerate gender equality. Marking 30 years since the landmark Beijing Declaration, Xi outlined four key proposals to address persistent challenges facing women worldwide.
Four Pillars for Progress
🌐 Peace & Protection: Xi emphasized creating safe environments for women, especially in conflict zones, and cracking down on gender-based violence. 🚀 Tech-Driven Growth: He called for leveraging innovation to close the digital divide and empower women in green industries. ⚖️ Policy Overhaul: The speech highlighted the need for stronger legal frameworks and equal political participation. 🤝 Global Collaboration: Xi proposed expanding UN-led initiatives and cross-border partnerships.
China's Commitment
🇨🇳 The president announced major investments including: • $10M donation to UN Women • 1,000 livelihood programs prioritizing women • Training for 50,000 international participants • New Global Center for Women's Capacity Building
📈 Highlighting China's progress, Xi noted women now comprise: • 40%+ of the workforce • 50%+ of internet startup founders • 60%+ of recent Olympic medalists
💬 "Every woman is a star on the journey of modernization," Xi declared, quoting an ancient Chinese proverb about enduring progress through dedication.
