World Flags / Saudi Arabia
About the Saudi Arabia National Flag
Green field with white Arabic shahada and sword. The flag never flies at half-mast because the shahada is sacred.
Saudi Arabia — Key Facts
| Capital | Riyadh |
|---|---|
| Population | 37 million (2024 est.) |
| Area | 2.1 million km² |
| Languages | Arabic (official) |
| Currency | Saudi riyal (SAR) |
| GDP (nominal) | ~$1.1 trillion USD |
| Independence / founded | Kingdom unified 1932 by Abdulaziz Ibn Saud |
| Flag adopted | 1973 (current sword detail) |
Saudi Arabia Flag Colors and Meaning
Each color on the Saudi Arabia flag carries symbolic meaning. Use this table when teaching geography or designing watch-party displays.
| Color | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Green | Islam and the Prophet's banner |
| White (sword and shahada) | Purity and the Islamic creed |
People and Ethnicity in Saudi Arabia
Saudi citizens are predominantly Arab with tribal affiliations. A large expatriate workforce includes South Asian, Arab, and Western residents.
Geography of Saudi Arabia
Arabian Peninsula heartland with Rub' al Khali desert, Red Sea coast, and Asir highlands.
Economy of Saudi Arabia
World's top oil exporter through Aramco; Vision 2030 diversifies into tourism, entertainment, and NEOM megaproject investments.
- Currency: Saudi riyal (SAR)
- GDP (nominal): ~$1.1 trillion USD
Culture
Islamic pilgrimage center (Mecca, Medina), Arabic poetry, dates, and evolving entertainment under social reforms.
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