Migrant Culture

Shenzhen showcases China’s policy to open up to the outside world. It’s a melting pot of cultures brought in by migrants. The city’s amenities make it an ideal place for entrepreneurs from China and abroad to start their businesses. In recent years, the city has won awards from media and industry as “The Most Dynamic City in Economic Development” and “The Most Welcomed City for Rural Migrant Workers.”

Languages

Shenzhen has putonghua as its mainstream dialect. Most public service workers, professionals and businesspeople as well as most of young students in the city can speak English. Talented and well-educated professionals who are bilingual and trilingual (Mandarin, Cantonese and English) can be found in the city. The “Speak?Shenzhen” campaign is being launched across the city to encourage more residents and government employees to learn and speak English.