The dominating colour of the national flag is red. The rectangular space at the upper left corner is blue. In it could be seen the figure of a paddy stalk and a pinion encircled by 14 white stars of uniform size.

The paddy represents the peasants while the pinion stands for the workers giving prominence to peasants and workers who form the majority of the people in the country. 14 uniform white stars symbolize the equal status and union spirit of the 14 States and Divisions that constitute the Union of Myanmar.

The white in the flag signifies purity; the red indicates bravery and upright nature of the people; and the blue stands as a symbol of peace and stability in the country.