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The national flag of the Republic of Fiji that is presently in use was officially adopted on 10 th October, 1970. The Fiji Flag has a light blue background which symbolizes the Pacific Ocean. The light blue background of the Fiji Flag bears the flag of the UK in the upper quadrant of the hoist-side and the Fijian Shield on the center of the other half of the flag. The Union Jack on the Fiji Flag represents the association of Fiji with the Great Britain. The Fijian Shield on the flag bears the images of a golden lion holding a coconut. The other panels in the shield displays a palm tree, sugarcane, bananas and a white dove of peace.
