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Flag of Brunei

Flag of Brunei
BN · 1:2

Symbolism

Yellow represents the Sultan of Brunei. The black and white diagonal stripes represent Brunei's chief ministers. The red emblem features a crescent (Islam), a parasol (monarchy), and two upturned hands (benevolence of the government).

History

Adopted on September 29, 1959, when Brunei was a British protectorate, and retained when the country gained full independence in 1984.

Construction

A 1:2 ratio. A yellow field with two diagonal stripes of white and black. The national emblem is centered.

Country Specifications

Capital
Bandar Seri Begawan
Population
455.5K
Languages
Malay
Continent
Asia
Subregion
Southeast Asia
Landlocked
No
Borders
ISO 3166-1
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Flag Identification

Adopted
September 29, 1959
Proportions
1:2 (≈0.50)
Key Symbols
Crescent and star, Central emblem

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Sources

  • Government of Brunei
  • Britannica