After the collapse of the Soviet Union, a new period began in the political and economic life of the former union republics, including Tajikistan. The former union republics became independent in 1991, and this led to each state adopting its flag as a symbol of statehood, sovereignty and state independence.
On November 24, 1992, the fateful 16th session of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Tajikistan adopted the Law of the Republic of Tajikistan "On Approval of the Regulation on the State Flag of the Republic of Tajikistan". Our State Flag, along with the Constitution, the National Anthem and Emblem, is considered one of the main state symbols and sacred objects.
In the modern world, having a state flag is a sign of independence and one of the main symbols of statehood and national unity.
During the period of independence of the Republic of Tajikistan, the adoption of the State Flag gave new content to the political process of the Government of the country, the life and mentality of the people of Tajikistan. Today's society of the country has acquired great faith and confidence in the historical value and spiritual influence of the State Flag, which is considered a very important and valuable manifestation of the Tajik nation during the period of independence of the country.
Today, the State Flag is the main symbol of statehood, the embodiment of historical foundations, a rich and valuable national heritage, the expression of the goals and aspirations of the Tajik people, in fact, it reflects the high patriotism and pride of the people of Tajikistan.
The swaying of this sacred symbol in the space of independent Tajikistan is considered a holiday of freedom, unity and justice, which Tajiks formed as a civilized nation on the basis of such salutary and creative values. The swaying of the State Flag in front of government offices, enterprises and institutions, organizations and others is a sign of the existence of peaceful life in the country.
It should be noted that today the State Flag has become a very important factor in raising national feelings, self-awareness, and pride of patriotism of the citizens of independent Tajikistan. The State Flag of Tajikistan embodies the dreams and aspirations of the Tajik people, whose characteristics are expressed in its colours. Respect for the State Flag is a source of pride for the national statehood and the policy of the current Government of Tajikistan. The flag as a special symbol of independence, patriotism, sovereignty and a symbol of the existence of the nation deserves respect and veneration from every patriotic citizen.
According to the Decree of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan dated November 20, 2009, in order to respect and appreciate, as well as loyalty to one of the main state symbols - the flag of Tajikistan, the Day of the State Flag of the Republic of Tajikistan is celebrated every year on November 24.
Today, this sacred national symbol guides people, young and old, to moral work, construction and prosperity, strengthening the potential of the state and increasing its authority in the global platform. In this direction, a special role belongs to the youth of our country. With their achievements and successes in the field of science, culture and sports, they raise the flag of the Tajik state not only within the country, but also abroad at world-class events and championships.
It is especially worth noting that thanks to the state independence and the wise policy of the Leader of the Nation Emomali Rahmon, for the first time the State Flag of Tajikistan was raised before the United Nations and other influential international organizations and proclaimed the existence of the Tajik nation.
The State Flag of Tajikistan, which is fluttering at a height of 165 meters in the capital of our dear country - Dushanbe, has become a source of pride for every patriot of the country and a sightseeing for local people and guests from abroad. Undoubtedly, the raising of the world's highest State Flag with a complex of administrative and cultural buildings gave the city of Dushanbe a new beauty, and its place was named "Flag Square".
It should be recalled with pride and satisfaction that now the people of our country, especially our young and far-sighted generation, supported the constructive policy of the Government of the country and are well aware that respect for national symbols, including the State Flag, means pride for an independent state, paying tribute to the historical past of the Tajik nation. It carries our antiquity and selfless work for the sake of the prosperous future of our beloved Motherland. It is worth noting that the people of Tajikistan, with the support of the wise policy of the Founder of peace and national unity, the Leader of the Nation, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Honorable Emomali Rahmon, have achieved peace and tranquility, political stability and national unity under the national flag. We will continue to move forward under this sacred national symbol with the full support of the creative and constructive policy of the leader of the nation to further enhance the status and rank of the Tajik nation, protect and pay tribute to the precious culture and heritage of the civilized Tajik nation in a free, democratic, legal and secular society.
Therefore, we must constantly strive to elevate this sacred statesymbol on the world arena. The State Flag represents the Republic of Tajikistan. We are proud of our State Flag, and it will remain fluttering forever.
Salimov Akbar - Institute for Asian and European studies, National Academy of sciences of Tajikistan
