The flag of Eritrea was adopted on May 24, 1993, after the country gained independence from Ethiopia. The flag features a green triangle on the left side, which represents the country's agricultural and livestock economy. In the center of the flag is a gold emblem, which consists of a wreath of 14 leaves on the outside, and an olive branch at the bottom.
Inside the wreath, there is a golden, six-pointed star that represents the country's 6 ethnic groups (Afar, Beja, Bilen, Kunama, Nara, and Tigray). The star is placed on a dark blue background, which represents the Red Sea and the country's marine resources.
Overall, the flag of Eritrea is a symbol of the country's struggle for independence, its unity, and its hopes for the future.