Symbolism
Green represents the land and prosperity under Chinese sovereignty. White represents the purity of the Macanese people. The white lotus flower symbolizes Macau's harmony and its location at the Pearl River estuary. The five stars echo the flag of the People's Republic of China.
History
The flag was approved by the National People's Congress on March 31, 1993, and first raised at midnight on December 20, 1999, when Portugal transferred sovereignty of Macau to China under the principle of 'one country, two systems'.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio green field with a white lotus flower above a white bridge and water, topped by five gold stars in an arc.
Color Meanings
green: The land and prosperity of Macau
white: Purity and the lotus flower
gold: The five stars above the lotus
Country Facts
- Continent
- Asia
- Subregion
- East Asia
- Landlocked
- No
- Borders
- ISO 3166-1
- MO
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- December 20, 1999
- Proportions
2:3 (≈1.500)
- Total Colors
- 3
- Key Symbols
- Emblem, Stars, Plant
Influences
Flag of the People's Republic of China
Lotus, symbol of Macau
Flags with resemblance
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- Must be displayed at government buildings and official events
- The lotus must appear white with a gold bridge and water beneath
Practice
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