Flag of Malaysia
Colors
#C8102E
#FFFFFF
#002868
#FFD100
Meaning & Symbolism
The 14 stripes and 14 points of the star represent the 13 states and federal government. The crescent is Islam. Yellow is the royal color. Blue represents unity.
History
Based on the 1950 Federation of Malaya flag. Modified in 1963 when Singapore, Sabah and Sarawak were included. Stripes were adjusted when Singapore became independent in 1965.
Curiosities
Known as "Jalur Gemilang" (Stripes of Glory). It is one of the few flags with a 14-pointed star.
