The flag of China
The large star represents the Communist Party; the four small stars, the people.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Beijing
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Currency
- Chinese yuan
- Population
- 1,406,585,000
The flag of China is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Asia. The large star represents the Communist Party; the four small stars, the people.
The flag of China
The large star represents the Communist Party; the four small stars, the people. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.
Capital and location
Beijing is the capital of China, in Eastern Asia, part of Asia.
Currency
The official currency of China is the Chinese yuan (CNY).
People
China is home to around 1,406,585,000 people.
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