Red represents universal brotherhood and equality, while white represents purity and virtue. The crescent moon represents a young nation on the ascendant. The five stars stand for the ideals of democracy, peace, progress, justice, and equality.
History
Adopted on December 3, 1959, when Singapore became self-governing within the British Empire, and retained upon full independence in 1965. Designed by a committee headed by Dr. Toh Chin Chye.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio. A horizontal bicolour of red and white with a white crescent moon and five five-pointed stars arranged in a circle in the red canton.
Country Specifications
Capital
Singapore
Population
6.1M
0.1% of Asia
Languages
English, Chinese, Malay, Tamil
Continent
Asia
Subregion
Southeast Asia
Landlocked
Island state
ISO 3166-1
SG
Flag Identification
Adopted
December 3, 1959
Designer
Toh Chin Chye
Proportions
2:3 (≈0.67)
Total Colors
2
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands
Key Symbols
Crescent and star
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