National Flag Of The Republic Of Fiji In The South Pacific Editorial Image

The flag`s bright blue background symbolizes the Pacific Ocean. The Union Jack reflects the country`s links with the United Kingdom. The shield is derived from the country`s coat of arms, which was granted by Royal Warrant in 1908. It is a white shield with a red cross and a red chief. The images depicted on the shield represent agricultural activities on the islands, and the historical associations with the United Kingdom. At the top of the shield, a British lion holds a cocoa pod between its paws. The upper left is sugar cane, upper right is a coconut palm, the lower left a dove of peace, and the lower right a bunch of bananas.