The light blue background represents the Pacific Ocean. The Union Jack reflects links to the UK. The shield features agricultural products: a lion holding a cocoa pod, sugar cane, a coconut palm, a dove of peace, and bananas.
History
Adopted on October 10, 1970, the day of independence. The flag was modified from the colonial blue ensign by changing the background to light blue and removing the crest and supporters from the coat of arms.
Construction
A light blue ensign in a 1:2 ratio. The Union Jack is in the canton, and the national shield is centered on the fly half.
Color Meanings
light-blue: The Pacific Ocean and the clear skies of Fiji
white: Purity and peace (represented by the dove)
red: Courage (represented by the lion)
green: Agricultural wealth (bananas, sugar cane, and coconut palm)
Country Facts
Population
900.9K
1.9% of Oceania
Capital
Suva
Languages
English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi
Continent
Oceania
Subregion
Pacific
Landlocked
Island state
ISO 3166-1
FJ
Flag Identification
Adopted
October 10, 1970
Designer
Robi Wilcock, Murray MacKenzie
Proportions
1:2
Total Colors
4
Key Symbols
Canton, Emblem, Animal, Plant, Weapon
Influences
British Blue Ensign
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British Blue Ensign
