The light blue represents the Pacific Ocean and also the transition from foreign rule to independence. The yellow disc represents the full moon, which is a symbol of peace, love, and tranquility in Palauan culture.
History
Adopted on January 1, 1981. Unlike many other Pacific flags, the blue field represents the 'ocean of the people' rather than the sky.
Construction
A 3:5 ratio. A light blue field with a yellow disc slightly offset toward the hoist.
Color Meanings
blue: The Pacific Ocean and the 'ocean of the people'
yellow: The full moon representing peace, love, and tranquility
Country Facts
Population
17.6K
<0.1% of Oceania
Capital
Ngerulmud
Languages
English, Palauan
Continent
Oceania
Subregion
Pacific
Landlocked
Island state
ISO 3166-1
PW
Flag Identification
Adopted
January 1, 1981
Designer
John Blau Skebong
Proportions
5:8 (≈1.600)
De Jure Ratio
3:5
Total Colors
2
Key Symbols
Emblem
Influences
Customary Palauan beliefs regarding the lunar cycle
Flags with resemblance
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