The Flag of Myanmar

The current flag of Myanmar was adopted on October 21, 2010, replacing the former flag used since 1974. The change was part of a series of reforms towards a more civilian government after decades of military rule. The previous flag had a red field with a blue canton in the top-left corner, which included a white cogwheel and a rice plant, encircled by 14 white stars. The design change to the current flag was proposed in anticipation of the 2010 general elections, marking a significant shift in the nation's political and symbolic representation. The flag's introduction was met with mixed reactions, as it coincided with substantial political changes in the country.