Fiji Flag
Flag History
For the first time in history, the color of the blue ensign was changed to distinguish this flag from the flags of Australia and New Zealand. The light blue symbolizes the Pacific Ocean.
Flag Symbolism
Light blue with the flag of the UK in the upper hoist-side quadrant and the Fijian shield centered on the outer half of the flag; the shield depicts a yellow lion above a white field quartered by the cross of Saint George featuring stalks of sugarcane, a palm tree, bananas, and a white doveFiji National Anthem
| Listen to National Anthem | |
| Anthem History | Adopted 1970; known in Fijian as "Meda Dau Doka" (Let Us Show Pride); adapted from the hymn, "Dwelling in Beulah Land," the anthem's English lyrics are generally sung, although they differ in meaning from the official Fijian lyrics |
| Anthem Lyrics |
Meda Dau Doka - Fijian Version Meda dau doka ka vinakata na vanua Chrs... Me da dau doka ka vinakata na vanua Bale ga vei kemuni na cauravou e Viti |
| Anthem Lyrics English |
Blessing grant oh God of nations on the isles of Fiji As we stand united under noble banner blue And we honour and defend the cause of freedom ever Onward march together God bless Fiji For Fiji, ever Fiji, let our voices ring with pride. Blessing grant oh God of nations on the isles of Fiji |