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Flag of Malaysia

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The flag ofMalaysia
Flag of Malaysia at Kota Iskandar,Johor.

The flag ofMalaysia,also known as theStripes of Glory(Malay:Jalur Gemilang), was created in May 1950.[1][2]The flag has 14horizontalstripes alternatingredandwhite;in thecanton,ayellowcrescentand 14-pointstaron abluefield. In 1997, Malaysians were asked to name the flag, and Prime MinisterMahathir Mohamadchose the nameJalur Gemilangto symbolize the country's progress and success.

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  1. "Flag of Malaysia Facts for Kids".kids.kiddle.co.Retrieved2024-03-24.
  2. "MyGOV - The Government of Malaysia's Official Portal".www.malaysia.gov.my.Retrieved2024-03-24.