Flag of Brunei
Flag NameFlag of Brunei
Country NameBrunei Darussalam
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2BN
Date Adopted1959-09-29
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsYellow, White, Black, Red
Symbolism DescriptionThe yellow field represents the Sultan of Brunei, a color traditionally associated with royalty in Southeast Asia. The white and black diagonal stripes symbolize the two chief ministers (Wazirs) of Brunei, with the white stripe being slightly thicker to denote the senior Wazir. The national emblem, placed in the center, is red and consists of a crescent (symbolizing Islam, the state religion), a parasol (representing royalty), wings (symbolizing the protection of justice, tranquility, prosperity, and peace), and hands (representing the government's duty to protect the people). A scroll below the emblem bears the national motto in Arabic: 'Always in service with God's guidance' and 'Brunei Darussalam'.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown (evolved from traditional elements)
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsHistorical flags of Brunei
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag is enshrined in the Constitution of Brunei 1959 and subsequent legislation, officially adopted on 29 September 1959 and reaffirmed upon independence in 1984.
Description
The national flag of Brunei features a yellow field with two diagonal stripes, one white and one black, running from the upper hoist to the lower fly. Centered on the flag is the national emblem of Brunei, which is predominantly red.
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