The 2025 International Automotive and Supply Chain Expo ended Sunday in Hong Kong, showcasing the latest advancements in electric vehicles, intelligent transportation, and sustainable energy solutions.
Under the theme of "New Automobiles, New Journey," the expo features a series of dynamic events, including a high-level summit forum, specialized sharing sessions and new vehicle launch events by renowned automakers.
The expo not only establishes a global display platform for traditional automotive enterprises, but also opens cross-sector collaboration opportunities for areas such as supply chain layout, financial services and online sales.
Autohome Inc., China's leading online automobile platform, exhibited its new artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
"We have brought two main products to Hong Kong customers this time. The first is called AI buyer service, which can help introduce more than 900 car models, covering almost all car models in Chinese mainland. The second is a car-themed VR space movie, the first of its kind in the world, where you can have a panoramic immersive experience [in automobile industry history]," said Yang Song, Autohome CEO.
Chinese automaker GAC Group also debuted its first composite-wing flying car GOVY AirJet at the four-day expo.
"This is a multi-rotor electric vertical take-off and landing flying car. It can be a convenient transportation tool providing green travel experience over different types of terrain," said Dr. Su Qingpeng, founder of the GOVY brand.
Many other major Chinese auto manufacturing groups such as China FAW Group, Dongfeng Motor and BYD also displayed their portfolios at the expo.
Auto expo in HK showcases latest advancements in EV, intelligent transportation
Thousands of demonstrators rallied in Italy and Greece on Saturday to protest against U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, with protesters in Rome, Milan and Athens condemning Washington's actions and calling for respect for Venezuelan sovereignty.
In Rome, more than 1,000 demonstrators marched toward the area near the U.S. Embassy, calling on Washington to immediately release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
Police blocked roads around the embassy to prevent protesters from approaching the building, but demonstrators continued to denounce U.S. actions.
"First of all, we oppose U.S. imperialist aggression. This kind of behavior is shameful. The U.S. is attacking a sovereign country, and as [U.S. President Donald] Trump himself has said, this is for oil interests," said protester Giovanni Barbera.
Saturday's rally marked the second large-scale protest in Rome this month against U.S. military operations in Venezuela, following an earlier one on on Jan 3.
Participants included members of multiple political parties, labor unions and social organizations. The protesters held banners reading "Stop imperialist interference" and "Free Maduro," urging the international community to respect Venezuela's sovereignty and the will of its people, and condemning the U.S. for violating international law.
"We are protesting the way the U.S. handles international politics. Since the events of January 3, we have seen violations of international law, and we are very concerned about how the global situation is developing," said protester Stefano De Angelis.
Organizers said solidarity rallies in support of Venezuela were held in 30 Italian cities on the same day.
Meanwhile, similar protests were also staged in Greece. About 200 people gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Athens, voicing support for Venezuela and opposition to U.S. military actions.
"We oppose U.S. imperialism and its attack on Venezuela. At the same time, the U.S. is also threatening Cuba, Mexico and Greenland. We must stand up against this behavior," said Greek protester Argiro Sirmakezi.
Protesters rally in Italy, Greece against U.S. military operation in Venezuela
