The flag of the Marshall Islands is a blue flag in the canton with a large star and two diagonal stripes of orange and white running from the lower left corner to the upper right corner. The blue color represents the Pacific Ocean. The diagonal band represents the equator. The star above represents the island group. The white and orange lines represent sunrise and sunset, respectively, and symbolize peace and courage. The height-to-width ratio in the flag is 10:19, and the flag was adopted on May 1, 1979.
On its seal is an angel with open wings, symbolizing peace. In addition, the products obtained from the sea and land and the tools they obtain are included in the seal.
The Marshall Islands, officially known as the Republic of the Marshall Islands, is an island country near the equator in the Pacific Ocean. Its capital is Majuro, and its population is about 59,618 (2021). According to its maritime borders, it borders with Kiribati, the Federated States of Micronesia, and Nauru.
Capital and largest city: | Majuro |
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Other major city: | Ebaye |
Official languages: | English, Marshallese |
Region: | Micronesia |
Ethnic groups: | 92.1% Marshallese, 5.9% Mixed Marshallese, 2% Others |
Religions: | 95.3% Christianity, 1.6% Non-Religious, 3.1% Other Religions |
Nationality name: | Marshallese |
Area: | 181.43 km² (70.05 sq mi) |
Population: | 59,618 (2021) |
Currency: | United States dollar |
Country codes: | MH, MHL (ISO 3166) |
Internet Top-Level Domain: | .mh |
Calling code: | +692 |
Flag emoji code: | 🇲🇭 |
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