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Flag of Taiwan (Republic of China)
Flag NameFlag of Taiwan (Republic of China)
Country NameTaiwan (Republic of China)
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2TWN
Date Adopted1928-12-17
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsRed, Blue, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe blue canton with the white sun represents the 'White Sun in Blue Sky' (青天白日), symbolizing liberty, justice, and the spirit of progress. The twelve rays of the sun represent the twelve months and the twelve traditional Chinese hours (時辰), signifying the spirit of the nation advancing with the times. The white color also symbolizes fraternity and equality. The red field (滿地紅) symbolizes nationalism, the land, and the sacrifices of the people during the revolution. Together, the colors represent the Three Principles of the People: Blue for Minquan (democracy/people's rights), White for Minzu (nationalism/people's livelihood), and Red for Minsheng (social welfare/people's livelihood).
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerLu Haodong (for the White Sun in Blue Sky emblem), Sun Yat-sen (for the overall flag concept)
Canton DetailsA blue rectangle in the upper hoist corner (canton) containing a white sun with twelve triangular rays.
Related FlagsFlag of the Kuomintang, Naval Jack of the Republic of China
Legal DescriptionArticle 6 of the Constitution of the Republic of China states: 'The national flag of the Republic of China shall be of red ground with a blue sky and a white sun.'
Description
The national flag of the Republic of China, commonly known as Taiwan, features a red field with a blue canton bearing a white sun with twelve triangular rays.
