Flag of North Korea

Flag of North Korea

The flag of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, also known as the Ramhongsaek Konghwagukgi (literally "red-colored flag of the republic"), has a central red panel, bordered both above and below by a narrow white stripe and a broad blue stripe.[1][2] The central red panel has a five-pointed red star in a white circle near the left side.[1][2]

Meaning

According to the CIA World Factbook:[2]

  • The red band stands for the country's revolutionary traditions
  • The red star represents socialism
  • The white symbolizes purity, strength, and dignity
  • The blue stands for sovereignty, peace, and friendship

References

  1. 1 2 "Flag of North Korea | Meaning, Colors & History | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
  2. 1 2 3 "Korea, North: Details", The World Factbook, Central Intelligence Agency, archived from the original on 2025-10-13, retrieved 2025-10-05
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