Huaqiangbei, known as China’s "Electronics Street," has a global influence on the electronics industry, reaching over 180 countries and regions. With more than 7,000 foreign visitors daily, the district's transaction volume has surpassed 400 billion yuan.  

On September 19, during a visit to Huaqiangbei, CC unexpectedly encountered a pair of Brazilian tourists. They were carrying three bags filled with various electronic products, having just finished “shopping” here. The reporter spotted a robotic dog and couldn't resist asking about the price. "300," they answered briefly. The reporter instinctively assumed it was in dollars, but they immediately corrected: "It's in RMB!" Though the price was attractive, what about the quality? Brazilian tourist Jannaina smiled and said, "Compared to Brazil, these products are much cheaper in Huaqiangbei, and the quality is excellent. It’s great value for money!" She marveled, "Huaqiangbei truly is the dreamland for electronics!"

In addition to its enticing prices and diverse range of electronic products, Huaqiangbei also attracts global tourists with its unique international atmosphere. Here, in addition to the dazzling array of electronic products and innovative technologies, the "orange-vested" volunteers on the streets have also become a distinctive symbol. Soma, from South Africa, is one of them. He has lived in Shenzhen for five years, and in his eyes, Shenzhen is a city full of international ambiance. "I feel a strong international atmosphere here. Shenzhen is a new city, but in just a few decades, it has developed into a global metropolis," he said. He added, "The people of Shenzhen are very friendly. If you're lost, even strangers will warmly help you."

In Huaqiangbei, Soma's main job is to assist international tourists. In addition to answering questions about electronic products, he also introduces the rich cultural background and diverse commercial landscape of Huaqiangbei. "Foreign tourists often ask me how long I’ve been living in Shenzhen and how life is here," he said. In his view, helping tourists integrate into Shenzhen's lifestyle is something he takes great pride in.

When CC asked about his feelings wearing the "orange vest," Soma thought for a moment and replied, "I feel proud to be able to help Shenzhen. This city has given me a lot of help, and I want to contribute to it through volunteering. It's wonderful to contribute even a little to the community!" Soma's experience vividly embodies the slogan "Once you come, you're a Shenzhener!" and gives it concrete expression in the internationalized neighborhood of Huaqiangbei.

华强北，中国电子第一街，电子产业辐射全球180多个国家和地区，日均外籍客流量已超过7000人次，商圈交易额突破4000亿元。9月19日，记者实地探访华强北时，偶遇一对巴西游客。他们手提三袋满载各类电子产品，刚从这里“扫货”回来。记者看到其中一只机器狗，忍不住好奇询问价格。“300，”他们简洁地回答。记者下意识地以为是美元，没想到他们立刻纠正：“是人民币！”价格虽美，质量如何？巴西游客Jannaina笑着说道：“相比巴西，这些产品在华强北便宜得多，质量也非常好，性价比高！”她感叹道：“华强北真是电子产品的梦想之地！”

除了诱人的价格和多样化的电子商品，华强北还以其独特的国际化氛围吸引着全球游客。在这里，除了琳琅满目的电子产品和创新科技，街头的“橙马甲”志愿者也成了独特的标志之一。来自南非的Soma就是其中之一，他已经在深圳生活了5年，在他眼里，深圳是一个充满国际化氛围的城市。他说：“我在这里感受到浓厚的国际化氛围。深圳是一个新兴城市，但在短短几十年内，它已经发展成了一个国际化大都市。”他还补充道：“深圳人非常友好、热情。如果你迷路了，即便是陌生人，也会热情地帮助你。”

在华强北，Soma的主要工作是服务国际游客。除了为他们解答电子产品相关问题，他还向游客们介绍华强北丰富的文化背景和多元化的商业业态。Soma告诉记者，外国游客来到深圳，除了想尝试中餐外，许多人也希望能找到自己国家的美食。“在华强北街头，有很多不错的印度餐厅、皮爷、星巴克咖啡等。”除了丰富多样的餐饮选择，这里的艺术氛围同样吸引着外国游客。“有一位外国游客在网上刷到过华强北街头的艺术表演，很想去现场亲眼看看。”

当记者问及他穿上“橙马甲”的感受时，Soma深思后回答道：“我为能够帮助深圳而感到自豪。这里给予了我很多机会，我也想通过参与志愿服务，为这个城市贡献自己的力量。能为社区贡献自己的绵薄之力，我感到很棒！”在Soma身上，“来了就是深圳人”的口号得到了生动的诠释，也在华强北这个国际化的街区中得到了具象化。

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文｜刘泳希
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