What country has no flag?

Nepal
Nepal is the only country in the modern world that does not have a rectangular national flag. It is crimson with blue borders and incorporates stylized symbols of the sun and moon. Hundreds of independent states existed on the Indian subcontinent prior to the period of British control there in the 17th–19th centuries.

Why is green associated with Ireland?

Over time, green was adopted as the color of the Irish rebellion—and the shamrock became a key symbol. Green represents the Catholics who rebelled against protestant England. Orange, on the other hand, represents Protestants—who do not venerate saints. The white block symbolizes peace between the two factions.

Is the Irish flag still used in Northern Ireland?

Since then, it has had no official status. However, it is still used as the flag of Northern Ireland by loyalists and unionists, and to represent Northern Ireland internationally in some sporting competitions. The Saint Patrick’s Saltire represents Northern Ireland indirectly as Ireland in the Union Flag.

Who can fly the Union Flag in Northern Ireland?

The Union Flag is often flown by unionists but is disliked by nationalists. British law states that the Union Flag must be flown on designated days from central government buildings in Northern Ireland.

What is the status of the Ulster flag in Northern Ireland?

Peter Hain, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland: ‘The Ulster flag and the Cross of St. Patrick have no official status and under the Flags Regulations are not permitted to be flown from Government Buildings’.

Which national flags should be added to the UK’s flag?

England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are all on that list,” Burge said. “For this release, Unicode is recommending the flags of England, Scotland and Wales be added. Northern Ireland would have likely been suitable, but there are long-standing issues around this flag.