Western Asia
Oman
A white-red-green horizontal tricolour with a vertical red band at the hoist bearing the national emblem in white. The basic modern flag dates from 1970, with the current form standardized in 1995.
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Adopted
1995
Proportion
1:2
Colours
3
Colours & their meaning
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White
Traditionally associated with peace and with the historic Imamate of Oman.
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Red
Traditionally associated with the battles against foreign invaders and with Oman’s historic ruling tradition.
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Green
Traditionally associated with the Green Mountains and fertility.
Symbols & emblems
National emblem
The crossed swords and khanjar dagger represent the Omani state and traditional weaponry.
Did you know?
Before 1970 Oman used a plain red flag, part of a long regional tradition of red banners in the Gulf.