November 9 — State Flag Day in Azerbaijan: A Symbol of Honor, Independence, and Pride 2025

Every nation has symbols that reflect its identity, spirit, and destiny. For Azerbaijan, one of the most sacred among them is its State Flag, which proudly waves over the land where history and progress meet.

Every year, on November 9, Azerbaijan celebrates State Flag Day — a day that honors not only the national colors but also the nation’s enduring journey toward independence and dignity.

The modern flag of Azerbaijan was first adopted on November 9, 1918, during the era of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic — the first democratic republic in the East. Its creators embedded within it the values of liberty, progress, and national consciousness.

The flag consists of three horizontal stripes — blue, red, and green.

Blue represents the Turkic heritage of the Azerbaijani people.

Red stands for progress, modernization, and democracy.

Green symbolizes Islam and the nation’s spiritual traditions.

At the center lies a white crescent and an eight-pointed star, embodying the harmony between the nation’s history and its vision for the future.

Following the fall of the Democratic Republic in 1920, the flag was banned, becoming a symbol of hope and resistance throughout the Soviet era. For decades, it existed only in the hearts of those who dreamed of freedom. In the late 1980s, as the independence movement gained strength, the tricolor flag began to appear again in rallies and demonstrations. When Azerbaijan regained its independence in 1991, the flag was raised once more — this time as the eternal emblem of sovereignty.

Today, the Azerbaijani flag is a living expression of national pride and unity. It rises above schools, government buildings, and homes — and waves high over the Caspian coast and mountain peaks. The State Flag Square in Baku holds special importance. Once home to one of the world’s tallest flagpoles, it stands as a monumental tribute to the values of patriotism and respect for the homeland.

On November 9, Azerbaijanis across the country honor the flag with parades, concerts, exhibitions, and educational events. It’s a day of remembrance, pride, and gratitude — a celebration of the ideals that unite the nation.

The three-colored flag of Azerbaijan represents the past, present, and future of the country — a bridge between generations and a reminder that true strength lies in unity.

Whenever it waves in the wind, it tells the world one eternal truth: Azerbaijan is free, sovereign, and proud.