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Flag of Qatar

Asia
3.2M
1971
Flag of Qatar
QA | 11:28

Official Palette

Symbolism

The maroon color (specifically 'Qatar maroon') represents the historical dye produced in the region. The white represents peace. The nine points (serrated edge) represent Qatar as the 9th member of the 'reconciled Emirates' following the treaty of 1916.

History

The unique maroon color was adopted in the 1930s to distinguish it from the red flags of neighboring states. It was officially adopted in its current form in 1971.

Construction

A 11:28 ratio (the longest and narrowest national flag). A white band at the hoist separated by a nine-pointed serrated line from the maroon field.

Color Meanings

maroon: Historical purple dye production and heritage
white: Peace and purity

Country Facts

Population
3.2M

<0.1% of Asia

Capital
Doha
Languages
Arabic
Continent
Asia
Subregion
Middle East
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
QA

Flag Identification

Adopted
July 9, 1971
Proportions

11:28 (≈2.545)

1128
Total Colors
2

Influences

Treaty of 1916 (9th member of reconciled Emirates)

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Flag Protocol

  • The longest and narrowest national flag in the world
  • Exactly nine points must be present in the serrated edge

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