Nauru

About the flag

The flag of Nauru features a blue field with a horizontal yellow stripe and a white 12-pointed star, symbolizing its geographic location and its indigenous culture. The blue represents the Pacific Ocean, while the yellow stripe symbolizes the equator, highlighting Nauru’s position just south of it. The star represents the 12 original indigenous tribes of the island. Nauru is the third smallest country in the world, both in terms of area and population, making its flag an important symbol for national identity. To remember Nauru’s flag, focus on its unique blue background and the distinctive yellow stripe, setting it apart from the flags of similar islands like Tuvalu and the Marshall Islands, which incorporate more colors and different designs. This flag serves as a reminder of Nauru's rich culture and its challenges, such as environmental issues primarily due to phosphate mining.