BEIJING, Sept. 22 (Xinhua) -- China will soon hold the global summit of women in Beijing on occasion of the 30th anniversary of the 1995 World Conference on Women, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Monday. Five years ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed convening another Global Summit of Women in 2025, Guo added. The global cause of women's development faces severe challenges but also great opportunities, he said. "In promoting gender equality and women's all-round development, China is not only an advocate but also an active actor," said Guo. The socialist path of women's development with Chinese characteristics has demonstrated vibrant vitality and unique advantages, he added.