The Flag of Kosovo

The flag of Kosovo was adopted on February 17, 2008, the same day Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. The design was chosen as part of a competition organized by the United Nations-administered provisional government, aiming to find a symbol that represented all citizens of Kosovo, irrespective of their ethnic background. The flag's introduction marked a significant step in Kosovo's quest for international recognition and its efforts to establish a separate national identity from Serbia. Prior to this, Kosovo did not have a flag that represented its government or autonomous province status. The flag's design, particularly the use of the map, has been a subject of controversy, especially in Serbia, which does not recognize Kosovo's independence. Despite this, the flag has become a symbol of Kosovo's sovereignty and its aspirations for a future within the international community.