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Flag of Brunei

Asia
455.5K
1959
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.

Color Meanings

yellow: The Sultan of Brunei and royal authority
black: The Chief Minister (Pengiran Bendahara)
white: The Chief Minister (Pengiran Pemancha)

Country Facts

Population
455.5K

<0.1% of Asia

Capital
Bandar Seri Begawan
Languages
Malay
Continent
Asia
Subregion
Southeast Asia
Landlocked
No
Borders
ISO 3166-1
BN

Flag Identification

Adopted
September 29, 1959
Proportions

1:2

12
Key Symbols
Crescent, Emblem, Text

Influences

Royal family heraldry of Brunei

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Flag Protocol

  • The national emblem must be perfectly centered
  • The yellow field represents the state's sovereignty

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