The flag of the Republic of the Congo consists of two diagonal stripes: a green stripe (top left to bottom right) and a yellow stripe (top right to bottom left), with a red triangle at the hoist side. Green symbolizes the country's agriculture and forests, which are a significant part of its natural resources. Yellow represents the country's wealth and mineral resources. Red symbolizes the struggle for independence and the blood shed by those who fought for it. The flag was officially adopted in 1959 and reflects the nation’s aspirations of growth, prosperity, and peace following its independence from France.