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Flag of Mongolia

Asia
3.5M
1992
Flag of Mongolia
MN | 1:2

Official Palette

Symbolism

Red represents progress and prosperity, and blue represents the eternal blue sky. The 'Soyombo' emblem is a geometric arrangement representing fire, sun, moon, earth, water, and the yin-yang symbol.

History

Adopted on February 12, 1992, following the democratic revolution. The socialist star was removed from the top of the Soyombo emblem in the current version.

Construction

A 1:2 ratio. A vertical tricolor of red, blue, and red with the Soyombo emblem in yellow centered in the hoist-side red band.

Color Meanings

red: Progress, prosperity, and national strength
blue: The eternal blue sky and national stability
yellow: The Soyombo emblem and prosperity

Country Facts

Population
3.5M

<0.1% of Asia

Capital
Ulan Bator
Languages
Mongolian
Continent
Asia
Subregion
East Asia
Landlocked
Yes
ISO 3166-1
MN

Flag Identification

Adopted
February 12, 1992
Proportions

1:2

12
Total Colors
4
Primary Layout
Vertical bands
Key Symbols
Emblem

Influences

Soyombo emblem (Buddhist and cosmic symbols)

Related flags

Flag Protocol

  • The Soyombo emblem must be in yellow
  • Soyombo must be positioned in the hoist-side red band

Practice

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Sources

  • Government of Mongolia
  • FOTW