The flag of Kosovo features a blue field with a map of Kosovo in gold at the center, surrounded by six white stars arranged in an arc above the map. The stars represent Kosovo's six main ethnic groups: Albanians, Serbs, Bosniaks, Gorani, Romans, and Ashkali. The blue background symbolizes the European aspirations of Kosovo, while the gold map reflects the country's identity and independence. The stars are a symbol of Kosovo’s multicultural society and the hope for a peaceful, unified future. The flag was adopted on February 17, 2008, when Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. It is a representation of Kosovo's vision for democracy, inclusivity, and European integration.