Huaqiangbei, Our Eternal Memory: Song Shiqiang on the Soul of China’s Electronics Hub
When I, Song Shiqiang, first arrived in Huaqiangbei, I was still a fresh-faced young man with thick, flowing hair—an artsy youth with a Hero fountain pen clipped to my chest pocket and a “Fire Phoenix” pager hanging from my belt, very much a symbol of that era.
After years of life’s repeated trials and society’s relentless pressure, the “here and now” has gradually reshaped me—reheated leftovers, cured bacon, smoked meat, air-dried meat… choose your metaphor. To make a living, I have spent many years in Huaqiangbei, running small businesses selling Kinghelm (www.kinghelm.com.cn) Beidou antenna connectors and Slkor (www.slkormicro.com) electronic components. Along the way, my hair has noticeably thinned, and I have slowly evolved into something resembling a round Chaoshan beef meatball.
Fortunately, I am not alone. Veteran Huaqiangbei tough guy “Brother Bo” and his gleaming bald head often shine right alongside mine. Mr. Cheng Yimu, the bald-headed chairman of the local electronics chamber of commerce, has offered constant encouragement, while “Brother Zhong” of Shanghai Runxin Group, equally proudly bald, echoes our camaraderie from the north. With friends like these, the world feels far less cold.
Back in the day, Huaqiangbei (Hua Qiang Bei) was Shenzhen’s second-largest commercial district, right after Dongmen. We were fortunate to witness its earliest days and its explosive, untamed growth. Let me take you back to the early 1990s and tell the story from the very beginning.
The New Look of Huaqiangbei Pedestrian Commercial Street
Chapter One: Department Stores of Huaqiangbei
A. Wanjia Department Store (Vanguard Store)
Originally known as Wanjia Discount Plaza, Wanjia was the pioneer behind Huaqiangbei’s early commercial miracle and an important chapter in its retail history. As part of the Vanke Group, it relocated in 1994 from Youyi City to Huaqiangbei, initially led by Wu Zhengbo and Sun Anjian, and later guided by Xu Gang, He Zhidong, and Liu Xiaoping.
Wanjia introduced a Singapore-style warehouse retail model combined with a low-interference, customer-friendly service philosophy. At its peak, a 3,000-square-meter supermarket achieved an astonishing single-day sales record of RMB 3 million, placing it among the highest revenue-per-square-meter retail stores worldwide at the time.
Following its expansion into a chain operation, it became known as Wanjia No. 1 Branch, promoted under the slogan “Bring Wanjia Home.” In later years, Vanke sold the business to China Resources Group, after which it was rebranded as CR Vanguard, marking the beginning of a new chapter in its evolution.
Wanjia Discount Plaza in Huaqiangbei, 1994
Every morning, the flag-raising ceremony at the entrance of Wanjia—modeled after Tiananmen Square—was a powerful and unforgettable scene, symbolizing confidence and ambition. During peak business hours, crowd control was often required, and long checkout lines became a familiar sight, reflecting the store’s immense popularity.
Although disputes with its landlord, Hualian Building, eventually forced Wanjia to relocate after its lease expired, its legacy endured. Wanjia played a pioneering role in reshaping Huaqiangbei, accelerating its transformation from a traditional industrial zone into one of China’s most dynamic commercial and electronics districts.
B. Manha Mall
In Wanjia’s second year of explosive growth, Hualianfa Group partnered with a returnee entrepreneur, Ms. Zhang Hong, to launch Manha Mall, a shopping center dedicated to women’s fashion. Spanning 6,000 square meters, Zhang introduced a distinctly American-style retail experience, featuring stylish interiors and premium, customer-centric service.
The mall brought together a curated mix of well-known brands, including Li Hong, Ying’er, Classic Tales, Ji De-na, Yi Mei, and Yimei. The standout success was the Esprit flagship store, widely rumored at the time to be the top-performing Esprit outlet in China. Legend even has it that Manha’s success helped Esprit agent Xing Liyuan win the heart of renowned actress Brigitte Lin.
Out of pure curiosity, I—Song Shiqiang of Kinghelm (www.kinghelm.net) and Slkor (www.slkoric.com)—once looked him up. To be honest, he didn’t quite match the image of our goddess Brigitte Lin at all!
Manha later expanded with a branch on Changxing Road in Nanshan. Today, only faint traces remain—most notably the occasional yellow Manha Kindergarten school bus passing by, quietly echoing a once-glorious chapter of Huaqiangbei’s retail history.
C. Women’s World
After the rise of Wanjia and Manha, a former factory across the street was transformed into Women’s World, a marketplace that leased stalls and counters primarily for women’s fashion and accessories. A massive outdoor billboard, nearly 100 square meters in size, instantly became a visual landmark. Despite its famously incorrect English translation, it drew crowds—and sales remained completely unaffected.
In those early days, many vendors struck gold. The legendary “one-meter counter of Huaqiangbei” created countless millionaires, including some of Shenzhen’s earliest self-made wealthy women, becoming a lasting symbol of opportunity and entrepreneurship in Huaqiangbei.
Women’s World Shopping Plaza, Huaqiangbei, 1995
The following year, Men’s World opened next door, focusing on menswear and enjoying comparable success. Over time, however, intensifying competition gradually shifted Women’s World toward clearance sales and small commodities. It later became the subject of a well-known joke: “Women’s World has no women.”
D. Shunde Appliance Store (now Sundan)
Located beside Women’s World, Shunde Appliance Store quickly distinguished itself with modern interior design, attentive service, comprehensive product offerings, and innovative promotions. Its most iconic feature was the “Appliance Hospital,” which provided spare parts and professional repair services—an advanced concept well ahead of its time.Although the company later expanded into high-end shopping malls, it eventually lost ground to emerging national giants such as Suning and Gome.
E. New Dahao Fashion City
Its entrance pillars famously displayed oil paintings of Western nude bathers, sparking widespread public debate and eventually drawing government intervention. The controversy lingered for years and became one of Huaqiangbei’s most talked-about stories.
Chapter Two: The Greater Huaqiangbei Ecosystem
The prosperity of Huaqiangbei was never driven by its core commercial streets alone. Instead, it was sustained by a dense network of surrounding malls, markets, and commercial nodes, forming a complete and self-reinforcing ecosystem. This network attracted crowds to Huaqiangbei like schools of fish crossing a river, creating the vibrant, booming business scene that many still vividly remember today.
Below are several well-known examples that help bring that era back to life.
A. Rainbow Department Store on Shennan Road
Rainbow Department Store, located on Shennan Road and backed by AVIC Group, stood alongside the landmark Shanghai Hotel as a commercial symbol of the Futian section of Shennan Avenue—before Huaqiangbei’s core business district fully emerged.The key figure behind Rainbow at the time was Mr. Zhao Luyuan. Together with major players such as the Duty-Free Group, Grand Jiangnan, the International Trade Building, Youyi City, and China Merchants Stores, Rainbow ranked among the giants of Shenzhen’s department store industry. Before Wanjia Department Store firmly established itself in Huaqiangbei, Rainbow was almost unrivaled as the dominant retail force in the area.
Rainbow also collaborated with partners to open Oriental Rainbow Department Store in Dongmen, one of Shenzhen’s earliest attempts at a chain department store model. Unfortunately, internal shareholder disputes eventually led to its closure.
When Rainbow temporarily shut down for renovation, Wanjia seized the opportunity to catch up, ultimately rising to become Shenzhen’s leading department store brand. Later, under pressure from low-cost competitors such as Shirble and Renrenle, Rainbow went through several challenging years. However, supported by AVIC’s strong resources and solid management foundation, Rainbow adjusted its strategy, regained momentum, and embarked on another phase of rapid expansion.
Today’s high-end Junshang Department Store represents the upgraded evolution of Rainbow’s original retail model, carrying forward its legacy into a new era.
Rainbow Department Store on Shennan Road, 1996
It is also worth noting that as early as 1995, Rainbow proposed the concept of online shopping, far ahead of its time. The company even established warehouses and delivery teams, with operational bases in Zhonghang Garden in Huaqiangbei and Qiaocheng North near the North Ring Road. However, due to immature market conditions and limited consumer readiness, the initiative was eventually shelved—making Rainbow one of China’s earliest pioneers and casualties of e-commerce.
Looking at today’s e-commerce giants such as Alibaba and JD.com, one could argue that Rainbow truly deserves a respectful nod for its foresight.
Next to Rainbow stood Zhengzhang Dry Cleaning, a time-honored Shanghai brand that supported Shenzhen’s early urban development and remained at this location for many years. Before coming to Shenzhen, I didn’t even know that clothes could be dry-cleaned instead of washed with water. Out of pure curiosity, I—Song Shiqiang of Slkor—once stood at the counter for quite a while, carefully observing how the process worked.
B. Huaqiangbei Duty-Free Mall
When discussing Shenzhen’s early commercial history, duty-free malls simply cannot be overlooked. The one located in the podium of the Granview Hotel on Shennan Road was especially famous, known for its luxurious décor and a wide range of imported goods. Premium imported medicines, cigarettes, and alcohol were all readily available.
For mainland visitors with some disposable income but no opportunity to travel to Hong Kong, this mall was a must-visit destination—if only to purchase something symbolic, such as a Montagut undergarment or a pack of Marlboro cigarettes. Only then could one truly appreciate the saying:
“Arrive in Beijing and you realize how small an official you are; arrive in Hainan and you realize how weak your kidneys are; arrive in Shenzhen and you realize how little money you have.”
Back then, I—Song Shiqiang of Kinghelm and Slkor—visited the duty-free store in the International Trade Building simply to “see the Western world.” When I saw a Montagut women’s undergarment priced at HKD 700, I was utterly stunned, like a true country bumpkin. The rotating restaurant atop Shenzhen’s earliest UFO-style nightclub in the same building left an equally deep impression.
At that moment, I decided to stay and quietly observe how long this seemingly decadent capitalist society might last.
Later, the Huaqiangbei duty-free mall was renovated and renamed No. 1 Mall, and then renamed again. Today, its former splendor is difficult to imagine.
C. Golden Lighting Plaza
From 1995 to 1997, Golden Lighting Plaza rose rapidly to prominence. Located north of Sundan and close to Hongli Road, its grand exterior and luxurious interior left a lasting impression on long-time Huaqiangbei residents.
The business was run by four brothers as a family enterprise, with polished branding and aggressive marketing. Its core business was reportedly supplying street lighting for highways. One famous slogan claimed that “the light bulbs sold by Golden Lighting, if connected end to end, could circle the Earth several times.” Interestingly, this advertising logic is still echoed today by brands such as Xiangpiaopiao milk tea.
We used to joke that since they never specified the distance between bulbs, they might as well claim the bulbs could circle the solar system. Unfortunately, the company later shut down due to financial disputes.
D. Jinlun Department Store
Opposite the Huafu Road Police Station once stood Jinlun Department Store, with a retail area of 13,000 square meters—considered quite large at the time. Its décor and facilities were top-tier, and it even recruited experienced staff from Rainbow and Wanjia.
Despite this, business was disappointing, and Jinlun closed in less than a year. Ironically, Wanjia later reopened a branch at the same location, driven by nostalgia for Huaqiangbei, but it also failed to turn a profit and exited quickly.
One can’t help but wonder—was the feng shui unfavorable? Even today, the location doesn’t appear particularly prosperous.
E. Bauhinia City
Before its renovation, Bauhinia City was little more than a roadside temporary structure, with some roofs still covered in tar paper. After redevelopment, it adopted a clean, minimalist design. The sales assistants felt like friendly neighbors—gentle, approachable, and warm—while the mall focused on women’s fashion for young consumers.
Its holiday decorations and in-store layouts were thoughtfully planned. In its early days, the mall carried mass-market brands such as Baleno (then known as Bin Nu) and Jeanswest. After upgrading, it introduced brands represented by Longhao, including S’KAP and Nike, and later added CK Jeans, Lee, Levi’s, and more.
I haven’t been back in several years. I do wonder—how are those once pure and lovely Bauhinia salesgirls doing now?
As for the long-underperforming Wanshang Appliance City and the International Appliance Mall on the second floor of Wanjia Department Store—once known for its high-fidelity audio equipment—I’ll spare the details here.
Chapter Three: Dining and Supporting Facilities in Huaqiangbei
After discussing Huaqiangbei and the major businesses surrounding its commercial districts, it is only natural to turn to the supporting facilities—especially food and entertainment. Without them, Huaqiangbei could never have evolved into what it became. Let me recount these stories one by one.
A. KFC in Huaqiangbei
The very first KFC in South China opened in Huaqiangbei in 1996, on property owned by Hualianfa Group. At the time, this was widely regarded as international recognition of Huaqiangbei’s enormous foot traffic and commercial value.Back then, people were not accustomed to eating vegetable salads, and even a single fried chicken leg felt shockingly expensive. Yet the restaurant was packed every day. The experience itself felt novel—the space was clean and orderly, the service polite and efficient, leaving a lasting impression on customers.
One corner of the KFC featured a children’s play area, complete with colorful slides and rope nets. This was almost unheard of in Chinese shopping malls at the time and truly broadened people’s horizons.
My nephew, Song Junlong, came to Shenzhen from our hometown when he was just seven. I took him to KFC for his very first “Western-style meal.” While playing on the slide, he tightly clutched his plastic slippers, afraid that someone might steal them if he put them aside. Years later, we still laugh about this story.
Later on, shopping malls across China began copying this type of children’s activity zone. Even the famous “Husband Storage Area” at Park’n Shop (Tongluowan Department Store) on Huafa North Road in Huaqiangbei likely drew inspiration from this early concept.
B. Parklane Beer House (Bolin Beer Hall)
Above Manha Mall, in the same building, there was once a Parklane Beer House. It specialized in freshly brewed German-style pure malt dark beer, with décor inspired by traditional German pork-knuckle culture.It was among the earliest venues in Huaqiangbei to carry a “petty bourgeois” vibe—a little refined, a little ostentatious. The snacks were delicate but expensive, and it quickly became a favorite hangout for white-collar workers unwinding after work.
I even spotted several couples I knew getting cozy inside. Because of that, I—Song Shiqiang of Kinghelm and Slkor—once received so-called “hush money” from them and was dragged out to drink more than once.
After earning good money, the owner went on to open a Parklane Bowling Alley in Huaqiangbei. However, once the bowling craze faded a few years later, it shut down. The beer house later relocated to Huaqiang South Road and expanded, but today it has completely disappeared.
C. Stars of Disco in Huaqiangbei
Stars of Disco, located on the ground floor of the Overseas Decoration Building, was a favorite nightlife spot for factory workers and office clerks from Huaqiangbei and nearby areas. Of course, some people also came while pretending to be in “serious relationships.”This was mass-market entertainment at its peak. Beer, soft drinks, snacks, and finger foods were all affordable. In the beginning, there was no entrance fee—anyone could walk in and enjoy themselves as long as they made a purchase. Later, entrance became free only for women. Eventually, during holidays, tickets were sold in limited quantities, which speaks volumes about how booming the business was.
I noticed that as Stars of Disco drew massive crowds, the nearby Red Cross Hospital (now Shenzhen Second People’s Hospital) also saw increased activity. In one way or another, everyone seemed to be benefiting.
Late at night, it was not uncommon to see drunken arguments or fights sparked by jealousy. The disco stayed popular for years, and the owner made a small fortune.
D. Longsheng Bar, Huaqiang South
Located across Shennan Avenue, Longsheng Bar technically belonged to Huaqiang South. Yet in terms of atmosphere and clientele, everyone naturally considered it part of Huaqiangbei.
To me—Song Shiqiang of Kinghelm and Slkor—Longsheng Bar symbolized the nightlife of Huaqiangbei’s younger generation: a place to relax, socialize, flirt, and spend money after exhausting workdays. Huaqiangbei was the “first half” of the day, focused on making money. Longsheng Bar represented the “second half”—letting go, indulging emotions, and releasing pent-up energy.
On Valentine’s Day, Halloween, and Christmas, the place was packed with young people from Huaqiangbei and surrounding districts. In a sense, Longsheng Bar helped balance the intense pressure of daytime business life, indirectly contributing to Huaqiangbei’s long-term vitality.
It closed in 2003 due to the SARS outbreak, but it left an unforgettable mark on our youth.
The “21st Century Performance Center” in Hangdu Building also deserves mention. It catered to high-end business entertainment and live performances, attracting affluent customers. Famous performers often appeared there, drinks were extremely expensive, and rumors circulated about other “special services.”
Today, along Huafu Road on the west side of Jiufang Building, a bar street has formed. The most distinctive venue is Wolf Castle Bar, known for its highly personalized décor. It became a gathering place for angry youth, literary types, and self-styled rebels. Nearby are quieter bars and casual dining spots, such as “Lake View Pavilion.”
Some Slkor products on the website
D. Jiahua Restaurant, Mingxiang Restaurant, and Other Dining Spots
Opposite the former Wanjia Department Store stood Jiahua Restaurant, owned by the Lander Group, one of Huaqiangbei’s largest landlords at the time. It quickly became a favorite gathering spot for white-collar workers, renowned for its high-quality food.Executives from Lander Group, Shenzhen Petrochemical Group, and Huaqiang Sanyo often dined there. Many large companies also chose Jiahua Restaurant to host their annual corporate dinners, making it a key hub for business networking.
Mingxiang Restaurant, which remained popular for many years, was celebrated for its affordable prices and fast service. Later, its owner, Mr. Lin, acquired the struggling Oriental Fashion Plaza and transformed it into Mintong Digital City. During the height of Huaqiangbei’s counterfeit mobile phone era, renting a shop there was nearly impossible.
Other popular dining destinations included Chunmanyuan Restaurant, Hakka King near Jinghua Electronics Factory, Difu Hotel, Sanyuan Dumpling House in SEG Industrial Park, Yuantaizu Barbecue, Dian Wang (one of Shenzhen’s earliest chain restaurants), and countless street food stalls beneath Jiale Building.
Further afield was Zuiweng Pavilion, an Anhui cuisine restaurant run by Song Hongyang from Hefei, famous for its unique signboard and signature fermented mandarin fish. Even farther, we often visited Tiancai Restaurant near Huangmugang Village, where you could enjoy a meal and sing karaoke in private rooms, combining dining with entertainment.
E. Huaqiangbei Talent Market
The Shenzhen Talent Market, located on the second floor of Shenfang Building, remains an iconic image in Shenzhen’s collective memory.The place was packed shoulder to shoulder, with job seekers from all over lining up for interviews. In the early days of Shenzhen’s rapid growth, anyone looking for work inevitably passed through here. People queued to submit resumes, faced intense questioning, and sometimes endured indifferent or harsh treatment from HR representatives.
What choice did you have? Go home defeated, or stay in ten-yuan hostels, or even sleep under bridges, fending off mosquitoes, and constantly at risk of being detained by security patrols and sent to detention centers in Dongguan or Boluo for lacking temporary residence permits?
The Huaqiangbei Talent Market captured the grit, determination, and hustle of early Shenzhen—a place where dreams were pursued, hardships endured, and futures built.
Huaqiangbei Talent Market in 1991
F. Shenzhen Talent Market and Jindi Group, Futian District
As a pioneering hub of China’s Reform and Opening-up, Shenzhen’s talent market played a critical role in labor mobility, injecting energy, skills, and human resources into the city. At the same time, it fostered an entire gray ecosystem—fake certificates, street food stalls, scams, vocational training centers, budget hostels, and protection rackets—all of which became part of Huaqiangbei’s unique urban tapestry.
Eventually, the market relocated to the Sungang Warehouse District.
One notable figure, Song Sanmu, founder of Shanmu Training, became wealthy by offering vocational courses for job seekers here. He even appeared frequently on national TV, promoting what was considered “positive energy” at the time. Naturally, eras change, and so did that wave of positivity.
Jindi Group, Futian District
On the sixth floor of the Huaqiang Hotel in the Shenfang Building, Huaqiangbei, lies the office of a modest education and training company today. Yet the interior remains grand and luxurious, a relic of the past. This space was originally the headquarters of Jindi Group, now one of China’s most prominent real estate developers. While the company has since moved to its Shazui Jindi Industrial Zone, the original layout and décor remain untouched.
Jindi Real Estate Group was initially affiliated with the Futian District government. Its early leadership included Yin Zhixiong, followed by Ling Ke. The company’s rise began in the Shazui Jindi Industrial Zone, where it successfully developed landmark projects such as Jindi Seaview Garden, Jindi Green Garden, and Jindi Golden Bay in Shenzhen. These achievements laid the foundation for Jindi’s eventual public listing.
From there, Jindi expanded rapidly to major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, delivering projects such as Jindi Green Town, and cementing its position as a real estate giant alongside Vanke, China Overseas Land, and Poly Developments. In Shenzhen, developments such as Jindi Xiangmishan, Jindi Cuidi Bay, Jindi Meilong Town, and Jindi Shangtang Road are all recognized as premium, high-quality projects within the industry.
Slkor flagship store in the Huaqiangbei Electronics Market
G. Huaqiangbei Watch Market
Long before Huaqiangbei became synonymous with shanzhai (copycat) mobile phones, the district was already replicating world-famous luxury watches. Watches, along with garments, were pillar industries in Shenzhen, and the Shenzhen Watch Market on Zhenxing West Road became the center stage for this industry.
Opened in 1996, the market was initially intended as a platform connecting manufacturing, supply, and sales. Over time, however, it evolved into a major hub for replica luxury watches.
Visitors could find every tier of brand: from widely recognized names like Rolex, Longines, Tudor, and Blancpain, to top-tier luxury brands such as Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Cartier, including even limited editions. Some buyers requested customizations based on movement type or appearance. At its lowest point, a “Rolex” could be purchased for as little as 100 RMB—drawing enormous attention and crowds to Huaqiangbei.
H. Hidden Talents in Huaqiangbei’s Small Street Shops
Many tiny street shops played a critical role in Huaqiangbei’s rise—they were not just observers but drivers of the economic miracle.
Between Wanjia Department Store and Manha Mall, a narrow alleyway hosted a 2m × 1m stall, run by a skinny young man from Chaoshan and a chubby girl from Jiangxi. They sold bottled water, cigarettes, soft drinks, and even offered public telephone services. The monthly rent was 3,000 RMB, but as foot traffic grew, they expanded their offerings: rice cookers, buns, boiled corn, chive-and-pig-blood soup, and Cantonese herbal tea. Their daily turnover reached 30,000 RMB.
The chubby girl, perpetually half-asleep, mechanically served customers and counted money, while the boss upgraded from flip-flops to leather shoes—still without socks. I often joked that the boss, no longer skinny, should take care of the girl who could no longer gain weight, to which they laughed and offered me a bowl of chive pig-blood soup for just 3 RMB, extra portions at no charge.
The Chaoshan shop owner later became one of Huaqiangbei’s early “flip-flop millionaires”, eventually surpassed by others doing electronics business in the SEG Building.
Next door, a slightly larger shop, a Philips authorized store, sold rice cookers, electric shavers, and mobile phones. During holidays, customers lined up, and daily sales often exceeded 100,000 RMB—an almost unimaginable figure today.
Countless other tiny, highly profitable shops thrived in Huaqiangbei, creating a scene of long queues, bustling counters, and constant activity. From Women’s World to New Dahao Fashion City, selected Wanjia Department Store counters, and stalls in Huaqiang Electronics World, these hardworking individuals formed the backbone of Huaqiangbei’s prosperity.
Kinghelm website (www.kinghelm.com.cn)
In the early days of Huaqiangbei, these were the commercial projects and names that truly defined the district. Inevitably, some may have been overlooked. If any readers feel there are key additions, consider this an invitation to join the conversation—these stories are only a starting point.
Later developments—such as Citic Plaza’s Causeway Bay Department Store, created by Chen Zhi, often called the “godfather” of China’s shopping malls; the once-thriving but later declining Oriental Fashion Plaza, founded by the art-loving Wu Jian; and the southern stretch of Huaqiangbei Road, known as the “No.1 Electronics Street,” anchored by the Huaqiang Electronics Market and SEG Electronics Market—each deserves its own story. When time allows, I will gladly share more.
Huaqiangbei rose with Lotus Hill behind it, prospered alongside Dapeng Bay, grew with Shenzhen’s rise, and flourished alongside modern China’s development. It is both a microcosm of history and a landmark of its era.
In just twenty short years, Huaqiangbei condensed the hard work, sweat, and ingenuity of countless people. It thrived thanks to China’s vast market, a steady inflow of talent, information, and technology, and the historic opportunities of reform and opening-up. We owe gratitude to this great era—and to all the friends who dedicated their youth and passion to Huaqiangbei’s growth.
Despite the shadows cast by counterfeit goods and copycat products, Huaqiangbei’s contributions to society and the nation are undeniable. Huaqiangbei also shaped me personally—it transformed me from a rural young man with only two worn-out sets of clothes into someone who could survive, thrive, debate ideas, and express bold opinions in this bustling hub.
Huaqiangbei, how could I ever forget you?
Huaqiangbei is our everlasting memory. I know I am not the only one who feels this way. It belongs to the shared memory of an entire generation. Let us continue working together to renew its brilliance.
Slkor website (www.slkormicro.com)
About the Author
Mr. Song Shiqiang is a leading researcher on China’s private economy at the State Council’s Economic Development Center, a member of the China Association for Science and Technology’s Electronic Information Expert Database, and a recognized authority on Huaqiangbei’s commercial ecosystem.He previously served as CEO of an international publicly listed real estate company. Today, he invests in and operates Shenzhen Slkor Semiconductor Co., Ltd. and Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics Co., Ltd., building the internationally recognized brands SLKOR (www.slkormicro.com) and Kinghelm (www.kinghelm.com.cn).
Both Slkor (www.slkoric.com) and Kinghelm (www.kinghelm.net) are National High-Tech Enterprises in China, holding dozens of invention patents and software copyrights. Under Mr. Song’s leadership, Slkor has grown into one of China’s fastest-rising semiconductor companies, focusing on domestic alternatives for electronic components. The company’s vision is clear: to become a leading domestic semiconductor enterprise with global impact.
Mr. Song Shiqiang, General Manager of Kinghelm and Slkor
“Kinghelm, Connecting BeiDou.”
Starting with the development of BeiDou GPS antennas, Kinghelm has rapidly expanded its portfolio to include Kinghelm-branded microwave antennas, RF cable assemblies, and electrical signal connectors, embracing the intelligent era of the Internet of Everything (IoE).
Mr. Song Shiqiang is widely recognized in China’s power semiconductor industry and the BeiDou GPS positioning and navigation antenna and connector sector. With years of experience in the electronic information industry, he has been a steadfast advocate for Huaqiangbei’s unique ecosystem, promoting innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
Mr. Song continues to strive for a better business environment, envisioning Huaqiangbei as a window into China’s reform and opening-up and a symbol of Shenzhen’s economic development, ensuring its legacy of innovation and prosperity endures.
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