Description
Adoption
- Adopted in 1990
- raised on 1 July 1997, at the handover (29 years).
Designed byTao Ho (1990).
Design & Symbolism
Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.
Colors
Red#DE2910 · Pantone 186 CThe red field echoes the flag of the state the territory is attached to.
White#FFFFFFThe white five-petalled flower depicts the territory; the five red stars on its petals link it to the state.
Symbols & elements
Flower
Star
Construction details
Proportions 2:3. A red field bearing a stylised white five-petalled flower at its centre, each petal marked with a red star and a vein.
Construction sheet
Etiquette & protocol
How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.
Specific rules — Hong Kong
- The regional flag flies alongside the national flag, which it does not replace.
- It flies on public buildings and at official ceremonies.
Common conventions
- Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
- Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
- Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
- Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
- Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.
Did you know?
Its white five-petalled flower is that of an ornamental tree emblematic of the territory.
