04/06/2020: Exchange rate stabilization
Efforts were made to stabilize the exchange rate of the Djiboutian franc to reduce inflation and encourage economic growth.
15/10/2018: Government Formation
The formation of a new Iraqi government after parliamentary elections brought hopes of stability and potential economic growth, positively impacting the Iraqi dinar.
10/06/2014: ISIS captures Mosul
The capture of Mosul by ISIS led to a further devaluation of the Iraqi dinar and economic instability in the region.
01/09/2013: Replacement of coins with bi-metallic coins
Coins of lower denominations of the Djiboutian franc were replaced with bi-metallic coins.
15/10/2004: Introduction of New Iraqi Dinar
A new series of banknotes with enhanced security features was introduced to replace the previous Iraqi dinar notes.
20/03/2003: US-led Invasion of Iraq
The US-led invasion led to the collapse of the Iraqi government, causing instability and a sharp decline in the value of the Iraqi dinar.
01/01/2002: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes of the Djiboutian franc were introduced with enhanced security features.
15/09/1997: Second devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 33% as a result of economic instability and high inflation.
02/08/1990: Iraq invades Kuwait
Iraq's invasion of Kuwait resulted in international economic sanctions and further devaluation of the Iraqi dinar.
22/09/1980: Iran-Iraq War Begins
The Iran-Iraq war started, leading to significant economic challenges and inflation which impacted the Iraqi dinar.
08/05/1977: First devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 50% due to economic difficulties faced by the newly independent country.
27/06/1973: Independence from France
Djibouti gained independence from France and the Djiboutian franc became the national currency.
01/01/1949: Introduction of the Djiboutian franc
The Djiboutian franc was introduced as the official currency of French Somaliland, replacing the French franc at a 1:1 exchange rate.
03/10/1932: Independence of Iraq
The Iraqi dinar was introduced as the official currency of Iraq following its independence from British occupation.