World Flags / Malaysia
About the Malaysia National Flag
Fourteen stripes and points represent equal status of member states; crescent and star symbolize Islam.
Malaysia — Key Facts
| Capital | Kuala Lumpur |
|---|---|
| Population | 34 million (2024 est.) |
| Area | 330,803 km² |
| Languages | Malay (official); English, Chinese dialects, Tamil widely used |
| Currency | Malaysian ringgit (MYR) |
| GDP (nominal) | ~$430 billion USD |
| Independence / founded | Federation of Malaya independent 1957; Malaysia formed 1963 |
| Flag adopted | 1963 (current 14-point star and stripes) |
Malaysia Flag Colors and Meaning
Each color on the Malaysia flag carries symbolic meaning. Use this table when teaching geography or designing watch-party displays.
| Color | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Red and white stripes | Equal status in federation |
| Blue canton | Unity of Malaysian peoples |
| Yellow crescent and star | Islam as official religion |
People and Ethnicity in Malaysia
Bumiputera (~70%, Malay and Indigenous) with Chinese (~23%) and Indian (~7%) minorities.
Geography of Malaysia
Peninsula and Borneo (Sabah, Sarawak) with rainforests and Petronas Towers skyline.
Economy of Malaysia
Electronics, palm oil, petroleum, tourism, and Islamic finance hub.
- Currency: Malaysian ringgit (MYR)
- GDP (nominal): ~$430 billion USD
Culture
Nasi lemak breakfasts, batik, Hari Raya festivals, and multicultural street food.
Display the Malaysia Flag Fullscreen
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