Community is the fundamental unit of urban governance. Although the community is small, it connects millions of households. Nowadays, many foreign friends come to China to work and live, taking root in cities and communities. Their life in China demonstrates the broad mindedness of China in the new era, which embraces all kinds of cultures and writes the story of the integration of Chinese and foreign civilizations. Kumar, a Nepalese resident of Jimingshan Community in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province, feels a sense of achievement when he becomes an "old lady uncle". "I want compensation! ”Not long ago, in the "International Old Uncle" studio in Jimingshan Community, Jiangdong Street, Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province, a Türkiye businessman angrily came to the shop for help because of two delays in delivery. The person who came to mediate was also a "foreigner" - Nepalese businessman Raj Kumar. Kumar comforted the Türkiye businessman while patiently persuading the merchant, "the responsibility for the delay still has to be borne". After going back and forth, both sides finally shook hands and made peace. Yiwu is known as the "World Supermarket". There are about 75000 merchants in Yiwu International Trade City, and their products are sold worldwide. Jimingshan Community is known as the "United Nations Community" due to its proximity to the International Trade City and the presence of nearly 1400 foreign residents from 74 countries and regions. Wang Xiaoxiao, Secretary of the Party Committee of Jimingshan Community, introduced that "Lao Niangjiu" usually refers to mediators who are enthusiastic about public welfare in the community. Jimingshan Community has innovatively launched the "International Lao Niangjiu" studio, and most of the mediators are foreigners who are familiar with language and culture, making it easier to establish trust with foreign-related parties. I feel a great sense of achievement for being able to help everyone resolve conflicts. ”Kumar smiled and said that since joining the mediation team in 2017, he has been involved in handling over 150 conflicts and disputes. As a member of the community, I have enjoyed a lot of resources here and also want to do something to give back to everyone. "Kumar came to Yiwu to do business in 2011, but due to language barriers, there were many inconveniences in his life. At that time, he didn't know a word of Chinese, and it was difficult to ask for directions or buy things, "said Kumar. The community opened a free Chinese training class in 2014, and he signed up for it the first time. Now he can communicate fluently in Mandarin. It is reported that the Jimingshan Community Chinese Training Course has served over 120000 foreign residents from 57 countries and regions. In order to meet the diverse language needs, the community has also set up English corners, Spanish corners, Arabic corners, and so on. Kumar also makes guest appearances as an English corner teacher in his free time. In recent years, Yiwu has continuously optimized its foreign-related services and improved its business environment. In May 2024, the first online platform for foreign immigration affairs in Zhejiang Province, "Yijing", was launched in Yiwu, providing comprehensive services covering clothing, food, accommodation, transportation, and business for foreign nationals. Jimingshan Community has set up a dedicated service window for foreign residents, providing one-stop solutions for both residence registration and legal consultation. Kumar was deeply moved by these changes: "When I first came here, I had to go to several departments and prepare a lot of materials to apply for work residence. Now I can submit it with just a few clicks on my phone, and I can go to the community to get it done." Kumar is not only a mediator for the "International Auntie" studio, but also a foreign member of the Jimingshan community. He attends the community's domestic and foreign residents' public opinion meetings every month. At the meeting, resident representatives from different countries and industries gathered together to provide advice and strategies for community governance. Their opinions and suggestions have been recorded and feedback provided by relevant departments. I really like the open atmosphere in Yiwu and strongly agree with the community's service philosophy of 'allowing foreign residents to stay and integrate'. This is my second hometown, "said Kumar. Tatiana, a Belarusian resident of Shekou Street, Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province, volunteered and became a "family member". "This is my hometown style potato cake, which can be paired with sour cream or cucumber sauce. Please try it. ”At the senior college in Shekou Street, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, Tatiana (Chinese name: Li Tanya) from Belarus smiled as she saw her homemade potato cakes being popular. She is currently serving as a volunteer for the Shekou International Volunteer Service Team, communicating and sharing with students from the Senior University. Participating in volunteer activities on the street gives me a great sense of achievement, "she said. The Shekou International Volunteer Service Team was officially registered and established in 2020, and now has nearly 400 registered volunteers, more than half of whom are foreign friends. Street communities are living spaces and places where people establish connections with each other. We hope to turn 'outsiders' into' family members' and give foreign residents a sense of belonging, "said Yang Yan, the head of Shekou Overseas Personnel Management Service Center. The international volunteer service team has exclusive logos and uniforms, and not only provides foreign language translation for foreign-related activities and guidance for foreign tourists at entry and exit ports, but also widely participates in international block construction and environmental protection work. We are planning to organize international volunteers to carry out activities that care for vulnerable groups, "Yang Yan said. At present, there are over 3000 foreign residents in Shekou Street. The Shekou Overseas Personnel Management Service Center was established in 2017 with the aim of making foreign residents "Shenzhen natives when they come". The center provides various convenient services such as temporary accommodation registration, legal consultation, dispute resolution, and cultural exchange. In response to the common problems encountered by foreign residents such as bank card processing and tax declaration, the center has also compiled and printed a bilingual "Convenience Handbook" in Chinese and English, and launched a "Foreign Service Kit" with real-time updates. Li Tanya's first stop after arriving in Shenzhen was the Shekou Overseas Personnel Management Service Center. I registered my accommodation information at the service center and started to truly understand Shenzhen from here, "she said. In the activity space on the second floor of the service center, cultural exchange activities continue year-round. "I made Zongzi very fast. I learned it from Chinese masters here," said Li Tanya, who liked the theme activity of "Look at Shenzhen" organized by the center most. During the event, foreign residents such as Li Tanya visited companies such as Tencent and Guangfeng Technology, watched the AI Go game, and learned about cutting-edge technologies such as "AI+medical imaging"... "Shenzhen has a wide range of technology, with applications such as unmanned buses, drone delivery, and humanoid robots. Every day, there are new things that surprise people," Li Tanya said. I thought I would only stay for a short time, but now I am increasingly fond of the life here. ”Li Tanya said that this year is her fourth year in Shenzhen, and she not only gave herself a Chinese name, but also fully integrated into the local life. In her free time, she likes to ride a shared bike or take the subway around. Shenzhen's urban construction is very good, with parks and green spaces everywhere. The fully covered 5G network and convenient mobile payments allow me to go anywhere with my phone without worrying. ”Li Tanya smiled and said that if a friend asked how Shenzhen was, she would tell them, "Come on, it's worth staying here." Manu, a Spanish resident of Guanren Community in Xiamen, Fujian, opened a Western restaurant and felt the warmth. "7:30 pm, are you two? We have just arrived at a very good Spanish red wine and recommend you to try it. ”After answering the order call, Manu communicated fluently with the customer in Chinese. Putting down the phone, he walked into the kitchen to check the dishes, then returned to the restaurant to carefully arrange the dishes and prepare for welcoming guests. Manu's Western restaurant is located on Guanren Street in Guanren Community, Xiamen City, Fujian Province. This is a small street with an international style, beautiful environment, and a large number of tourists from various countries. 13 years ago, Manu came to Xiamen, initially just to get better job opportunities, but the sense of belonging living in Xiamen ultimately led him to decide to stay for the long term. I don't feel like an outsider, I'm almost half a local, "Manu said. The seaside scenery in Xiamen is similar to the natural scenery of his hometown on the north coast of Spain, and living in an official community gives him a sense of home. "After working in Xiamen for several years, I had the idea of opening a store, but as a foreigner, entrepreneurship is not easy. ”Manu said that with the help of the community, all difficulties were easily resolved. When he is worried about not being able to find a storefront, it is the community workers who provide him with resources; When he couldn't raise enough funds and encountered difficulties, it was the community business district association who helped him bridge the gap... "I feel at ease doing business here and have formed an unbreakable bond with this place." On the restaurant shelf, there are many photos of Manu and community friends. "If anyone in the community needs help, I am always willing to support them. When I need help, they will also lend a helping hand to me," he said. Guanren Community is one of the most concentrated communities for foreign friends in Xiamen. In order to better integrate them into local life, the community has constantly improved the service system, not only setting up foreign talent service sub stations, but also launching a 400 page Guide to the Work and Life of Foreign Talents in Xiamen, which is detailed to "what to do in the first week of arrival". The community is also actively creating a livable environment, opening service hotlines and international schools, providing one-stop intimate services around housing, education, medical care, language, etc., allowing foreign residents to feel the warmth of "home" in the community. Freddie from Ghana is a student of the Official Community International School. He gave himself the Chinese name Yuan Xi, which symbolizes brightness and hope. When he first arrived in Xiamen, community workers helped him rent a house, apply for documents, and encouraged him to enroll in language classes. Gradually, Freddie began to actively participate in community activities, writing couplets and sharing food with neighbors during festivals. Slowly, he transformed from a new neighbor to a familiar face in the community. We hope that foreign residents can integrate into all aspects of urban life, "said Huang Zhongdong, the deputy secretary of the official community party committee. Not long ago, Xiamen held an international stone exhibition, and Manu's restaurant received many Spanish businessmen who came to Xiamen to negotiate business. I introduced them to the customs and traditions of Xiamen, hoping to let them feel the friendliness, prosperity, and vitality of this city, "Manu said. (New Society)