Symbolism
Blue represents both the sky and the surrounding Pacific Ocean. Red represents the blood shed for independence and socialism by those who sought Kanak sovereignty. Green represents the land and the ancestors buried in Kanak soil. Yellow represents the sun and the riches of the country.
History
The Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front (FLNKS) flag was adopted in 1980 during the push for independence from France. It is widely flown in New Caledonia alongside the French flag while the territory's political status is negotiated.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio horizontal tricolor of blue, red, and green with a yellow disc and black fleche fatiere symbol centered.
Color Meanings
blue: The sky and the Pacific Ocean
red: Sacrifice and the independence movement
green: The land and ancestral heritage
yellow: The sun and national wealth
Country Facts
- Continent
- Oceania
- Subregion
- Pacific
- Landlocked
- Island state
- ISO 3166-1
- NC
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- July 13, 1980
- Proportions
1:2
- De Jure Ratio
- 2:3
- Total Colors
- 4
- Key Symbols
- Emblem
Influences
Kanak independence movement (FLNKS)
Pan-African color palette
Flags with resemblance
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- Used alongside the French tricolor in New Caledonia
- The horizontal bars must be of equal width
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