National Symbols

The National Flag

The national flag of Singapore was adopted in 1959, the year Singapore became self-governing within the British Empire. It was reconfirmed as the national flag when the Republic gained independence on 9 August 1965. The design is a horizontal bicolour of red above white, overlaid in the canton(upper-left quadrant) by a white crescent moon facing a pentagon of five small white five-pointed stars. The elements of the flag denote a young nation on the ascendant, universal brotherhood and equality, and national ideals.

Singapore Coat Of Arms

Formed by a shield emblazoned with a white cresent moon and five white stars against a red background, it has the same symbolic meanings as our National Flag. A banner below the shieldis inscribed   with Singapore's motto,"Majulah Singapura", meaning "onward Singapore".




Lion Head Symbol

Introduced in 1986, this symbol is commonly used to promote a sense of national identity. It symbolizes courage, strength and excellence. The mane's five partings represent the same five ideals embodied in the five stars of the National Flag.