What the flag of Tokelau means
The canoe, a vaka, carries Tokelau's people towards the future, guided by the Southern Cross. Until 2009 Tokelau used New Zealand's flag.
Where is Tokelau?
Tokelau is in Oceania. The nearest countries in Battuta are Samoa, American Samoa, Wallis and Futuna, Niue and Tonga. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Oceania.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Tokelau adopted?
The current design of the flag of Tokelau was adopted in 2009.
What colours are on the flag of Tokelau?
The main colours of the flag of Tokelau are blue, yellow and white.