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Flag of Kuwait

Asia
4.9M
1961
Flag of Kuwait
KW | 1:2

Official Palette

Symbolism

The colors are the Pan-Arab colors. White represents deeds, black represents battles, green represents meadows, and red represents the blood of enemies (a reference to a poem by Safie Al-Deen Al-Hali).

History

Adopted on September 7, 1961, following independence from the UK. It replaced various red flags used by the Sheikhdom of Kuwait.

Construction

A 1:2 ratio. A horizontal tricolor of green, white, and red with a black trapezoid at the hoist.

Color Meanings

green: Meadows and the fertility of the land
white: Deeds and the purity of intent
black: Battles and the dark past
red: Blood shed for the nation

Country Facts

Population
4.9M

<0.1% of Asia

Capital
Kuwait City
Languages
Arabic
Continent
Asia
Subregion
Middle East
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
KW

Flag Identification

Adopted
September 7, 1961
Proportions

1:2

12
Total Colors
4
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands

Influences

Poem by Safie Al-Deen Al-Hali

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Flag Protocol

  • The trapezoid must be at the hoist side
  • Horizontal stripes must be of equal height

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