| Colors | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #CE1126 | 206, 17, 38 | 0, 92, 82, 19 |
| Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
The flag of Trinidad and Tobago features a distinctive palette of red, black, and white. The primary color, red, dominates the background and symbolizes the warmth and vitality of the people and the sun of the nation. This vibrant hue is also representative of the lifeblood of the nation: its human resources and the courage and friendliness of its citizens. In contrast, the black diagonal stripe, edged in white, cuts from the upper hoist to the lower fly. The black represents the dedication of the people united by a common cause, embodying the wealth of the land and the strength and unity of the nation. The white edges of the stripe stand for the surrounding sea and the aspirations of the country towards equity and peace. Together, these colors and their arrangement reflect not only the geography and history of Trinidad and Tobago but also its aspirations and collective spirit.