Cambodia (1993) Flag: Meaning and History

‘Cambodia’ in the center of the flag affirms the identity of the Khmer people.

The outline of the country shows the importance of the territory as the basis of national identity.

History of the flag

The flag of the United Nations Transitional Authority in Cambodia lasted only two years, from 1992 to 1993.

At that time, the country was under UN supervision with a view to restoring the constitutional monarchy after the Khmer Rouge period.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

• The blue of the United Nations represents peace, youth, modernity, and hope.