Flag of Niue - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of Niue features a yellow field with the Union Jack and stars in the canton.It symbolizes Niue’s close ties with New Zealand and its place in the Pacific region.

The National Flag of Niue

Flag of Niue
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Niue Flag Facts

CountryNiue (self-governing in free association with New Zealand)
CapitalAlofi
CurrencyNew Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Official LanguageNiuean and English
ISO Country CodeNIU
Adopted On15 October 1975
Design ByGovernment of Niue
National Day19 October (Constitution Day)
National SongKo e Iki he Lagi (National Anthem of Niue)
Flag Ratio1:2
ColorsYellow, Blue, Red, White
DesignYellow field with a modified Union Jack in the canton featuring a blue disc with a yellow star and four smaller stars
Center SymbolStar and Southern Cross (within canton)
Meaning of YellowRepresents sunshine and the warm climate of Niue
Symbolism of Union JackRepresents constitutional ties with New Zealand
Symbolism of StarsRepresents Niue and the Southern Cross constellation
Political StatusReflects self-governance with free association to New Zealand
Historical SignificanceAdopted at the time of self-government
Unique FeatureOnly national flag with a yellow field and a uniquely modified Union Jack