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Meaning of the Flag

The flag of Qatar (Arabic: عَلَمْ قَطَرْ) is in the ratio of 11:28. It is maroon with a broad white serrated band of nine points at the hoist. The triangular edges represent Qatar as the 9th "reconciled emirate". == Symbolism == The nine serrated points represent Qatar’s position as the ninth “reconciled emirate” to sign the 1916 Qatari-British treaty, after Bahrain, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Fujairah, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain.

Meaning of Flag Colors

Red, White, Maroon

Flag History

1. 1932
   Several additions were made to the Qatari flag in 1932, with the nine-pointed serrated edge, diamonds, and the word "Qatar" being integrated into its design.
2. 1916
   

   Flag in use 1916.
3. Present
   

   Current national flag.

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