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Flag of Belize

North America
417.6K
1981
Flag of Belize
BZ | 3:5

Symbolism

The blue represents the People's United Party (PUP) and the red represents the United Democratic Party (UDP), together representing national unity. The coat of arms features two woodcutters (one mestizo, one black) supporting a shield, representing the logging industry that was the basis of the economy.

History

Adopted on September 21, 1981, upon independence. It is the only national flag to have more than ten colors and the only one to feature humans.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A blue field with two narrow red horizontal stripes at the top and bottom, and the national coat of arms centered on a white disc.

Color Meanings

blue: The People's United Party (PUP)
red: The United Democratic Party (UDP)
white: Peace and national unity

Country Facts

Population
417.6K

<0.1% of North America

Capital
Belmopan
Languages
Belizean Creole, English, Spanish
Continent
North America
Subregion
Central America
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
BZ

Flag Identification

Adopted
September 21, 1981
Proportions

3:5 (≈1.667)

35
De Jure Ratio
2:3
Total Colors
4
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands
Key Symbols
Emblem, Animal, Plant, Weapon, Text

Influences

Flag of British Honduras

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Flag Protocol

  • Must be treated with dignity and not allowed to touch the ground
  • The coat of arms must always face forward and be clearly visible

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