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kim jong un flag redesign: Month after Kim Jong Un death rumours, North Korea makes historic flag change for first time in 78 years
What happened
North Korea has changed the proportions of its national flag to 1:1.65, reducing the flag's width compared to the previous 1:2 ratio. The revised flag preserves the core design and symbolism, including the red band, white and blue stripes, and the red five-pointed star. This change is being displayed on the country's official website Naenara. The flag's symbolism remains unchanged.
Why it matters
The flag change is seen as part of North Korea's efforts to redefine its national identity and symbols. The move is significant as it follows other recent changes, including the revision of the national anthem's lyrics. The change is also being viewed as an attempt to institutionalize the "two hostile states" policy at the constitutional level.
Key facts
- North Korea has altered the flag's proportions for the first time in 78 years.
- The revised flag features an aspect ratio of 1:1.65.
- The change is being displayed on the country's official website Naenara.
- The flag's symbolism remains unchanged.
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