"Hello! Welcome to Shenzhen!" On the streets of Nanshan District, Shenzhen, food delivery rider A-Jiang often takes the initiative to greet foreign visitors, chat with them, and pose for photos together.

Originally from Hunan, 33-year-old A-Jiang has lived in Shenzhen for 14 years and has worked as a food delivery rider since 2019. For nearly three years, he has made a habit of teaching himself English while making deliveries across the city.

A-Jiang initially studied English to prepare for exams. However, a conversation with foreign visitors made him realize that exam-oriented English was not enough for real-life conversations. He then began focusing on practical spoken English. Without a teacher or a formal classroom, he taught himself with online course materials and books. For years, he has carried a canvas bag filled with English-learning materials, often saying that he could go without his phone but not without his bag. A-Jiang makes the most of every spare moment during his workday. While waiting for delivery requests or at traffic lights, he memorizes vocabulary and practices reading aloud. He also makes a point of memorizing new words every day.

As his English improved, he began actively seeking opportunities to practice speaking with foreign visitors. So far, he has taken photos with people from around 60 countries.

A-Jiang actively participates in community training programs for delivery riders, where he shares his learning experiences and takes on the role of a peer mentor. He has also taken part in first-aid training so that he can help others in emergencies. While making deliveries, he pays close attention to details around the city and proactively reports issues related to urban management, serving as a city observer. Through heartwarming community activities, he also experiences the warmth and kindness of the city firsthand.

With Shenzhen set to host the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, A-Jiang, an ordinary resident, is welcoming the event in his own simple way. He remains dedicated to his job, follows traffic regulations, makes deliveries in a safe and orderly manner, and treats international guests with genuine warmth and courtesy. Through his commitment to everyday work, he conveys the warmth of the city and showcases Shenzhen to the world with his enthusiasm.

从送外卖到“迎外宾”，深圳骑手阿蒋的世界“朋友圈”

“Hello! Welcome to Shenzhen!”在深圳南山街头，外卖骑手阿蒋遇见外国游客，总会主动上前打招呼、交流合影。

33岁的阿蒋来自湖南，在深圳生活14年，2019年开始从事外卖工作。每日穿梭在城市街巷送餐之余，自学英语是他坚持了近三年的习惯。

起初，阿蒋学英语是为了备考。一次涉外交流，让他发现应试英语难以适配实景对话，于是专心钻研实用口语。没有老师和固定课堂，他依靠网课资料与书籍自学，常年随身背着帆布包，里面装满英语学习资料，他常说可以不带手机，但不能不带包。阿蒋充分利用工作间隙学习，等单、等红灯时记单词、练朗读，坚持每日背诵新词。

学有所成后，他主动和外国游客交流实战。至今，他已和来自约60个国家的友人合影留念。

阿蒋积极参与社区骑手学校公益培训，还主动分享学习心得，化身“小老师”。同时他主动参与急救培训，希望能在突发情况中提供帮助。跑单途中，他细心观察城市细节，主动反馈市政问题，担当城市社会观察员，也在社区暖心活动中真切感受这座城市的温度。

2026年APEC领导人非正式会议将在深圳举办。作为普通市民，阿蒋以朴素方式迎接盛会：坚守岗位、遵守交规、规范配送、真诚礼遇外宾。他以平凡坚守传递城市温暖，用热忱姿态向世界展示深圳风采。

文｜记者 符畅 冷霜

拍摄｜记者 李梓骞 钟振彬

译|黄健新

审|曾敏