A design that was used when the country gained autonomy from Britain in 1959, and was made official after declaring independence in 1965. Red symbolizes the friendship and peace among all people, white expresses purity and nobility that spreads and lives on. The new moon is about the development of an emerging country, and the five stars are the symbols of democracy, peace, advancement, equality, and fairness.
Islamic symbol | |
Five ideals (Democracy, peace, progress, equality, fairness) | |
Friendship, equality | |
Purity |
Area | Capital | Language | Major industry | Currency |
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620km² | Singapore (city-state) | English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil | Manufacturing Industry, Commerce, Finance, Chemical-Related | Singapore dollar |