What has changed in Oman's national flag, emblem and anthem law?

Penalty

The decree stipulates a prison sentence of no less than three months and no more than three years for anyone who intentionally insults the flag or the emblem—whether by lowering it, damaging it, or through any other act expressing hatred or contempt.

National Anthem

The new amendment allows to perform the anthem in places and occasions other than the cases previously determined, provided that a decision to determine them is issued by the competent authority after the approval of the Council of Ministers.

Flag

The remainder of the flag consists of three horizontal bands: white at the top, red in the middle, and green at the bottom. The official dimensions of the flag and the materials to be used in its production are to be determined by the competent authority.

Previously, the law specified certain types of fabric and colors, while the new annex assigned the competent authority to determine the materials of colors and fabrics used in the manufacture of the flag, as well as the determination of other dimensions that are not stipulated, and the sizes of mast flags and the places where they are installed.

The new decree also included the replacement of Appendix No. 2 on the emblem of the state, which had included the official drawing of the emblem since the law was issued in 2004.

The logo or the emblem in the previous version appears in a light color drawing, while the new supplement presents a red graphic that illustrates the motifs and details that make up the dagger and sword.