Flag of Suriname

Suriname's flag features five horizontal stripes. A broad red stripe occupies the center, flanked by narrower green stripes above and below. Thin white stripes separate the red from the green. A large, five-pointed yellow star is centered within the red stripe.

The red stripe in Suriname's flag symbolizes progress and the struggle for a better life. Green represents hope and the country's fertile land. White signifies justice and freedom. The yellow star stands for unity and a golden future for Suriname.

The flag of Suriname was officially adopted on November 25, 1975, coinciding with the country's independence from the Netherlands. It replaced the flag of the Dutch colony of Suriname. There have been no changes to the flag's design since its initial adoption in 1975. Prior to independence, several proposals for a national flag were considered, including designs incorporating multiple colors and symbols.