IF the Philippines and other nations have flag carriers that represent their countries in commercial flights, then China stands out as possibly the only nation globally to have its national flag represented by an automobile brand. This distinction belongs to the brand Hongqi (pronounced hong-chee), whose name literally translates to red banner in Chinese. This name not only reflects the color of China s flag but also symbolizes resilience, strength, and grandeur, making a bold statement in the automotive industry both locally and globally.