The blue field represents the Pacific Ocean. The yellow line represents the equator. The white star represents Nauru's location just one degree south of the equator. The 12 points of the star represent the 12 original tribes of Nauru.
History
Adopted on January 31, 1968, the day Nauru became the world's smallest independent republic. The design was created by an Australian flag manufacturer working from specifications by the Nauru Local Government Council, placing a twelve-pointed star below a yellow equator line.
Construction
A 1:2 ratio. A blue field with a narrow horizontal yellow stripe and a white 12-pointed star in the lower hoist.
Color Meanings
blue: The Pacific Ocean
yellow: The equator passing through the island's territory
white: The island's position 1 degree south of the equator
