Flag of Kiribati
Flag NameFlag of Kiribati
Country NameKiribati
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2KI
Date Adopted1979-07-12
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsRed, Blue, Yellow, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe golden frigatebird symbolizes power, freedom, and cultural dance patterns. The golden rising sun represents Kiribati's tropical location, a new beginning (independence), and its 17 rays denote the 16 Gilbert Islands and Banaba. The red upper half signifies the sky. The blue lower half represents the Pacific Ocean, while the three wavy white stripes symbolize the ocean waves and the three main island groups (Gilbert, Phoenix, and Line Islands).
Symbolism Categoriesnature
DesignerSir Arthur Grimble
Description
The national flag of Kiribati features a red upper half with a golden frigatebird flying over a golden rising sun. The lower half is blue with three horizontal wavy white stripes. The design is derived from the coat of arms granted to the Gilbert and Ellice Islands in 1937.
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