03/11/2020: Economic Impact of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic disruptions globally, affecting the Egyptian Pound's exchange rate and foreign reserves.
10/10/2013: Plastic Banknotes Introduced
Polymer banknotes made of plastic were introduced to improve the durability and security of Fijian currency.
28/04/2009: Floating Exchange Rate
Fiji adopted a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Fijian Dollar to be determined by market forces.
14/11/1999: Liberalization of Exchange Rate
The Egyptian government implemented a managed float exchange rate system, allowing the Pound to fluctuate based on market forces.
12/08/1987: Introduction of New Egyptian Pound
A new Egyptian Pound banknote was introduced to combat counterfeiting and improve security features.
14/01/1985: Currency Devaluation
Fijian Dollar was devalued by 20% to combat economic instability caused by a trade deficit.
15/01/1971: Fixed Exchange Rate
Fijian Dollar was pegged to the Australian Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1:1.
12/12/1969: Decimalization of Currency
Fiji switched from the pound system to decimal currency, introducing the Fijian Dollar divided into 100 cents.
14/09/1962: Devaluation of the Pound
The Egyptian government devalued the Pound by 55%, leading to a significant decrease in its value.
23/07/1952: Overthrow of the Monarchy
The Egyptian monarchy was overthrown, leading to political and economic changes that affected the value of the Egyptian Pound.
02/05/1885: Establishment of Central Bank of Egypt
The Central Bank of Egypt was established to regulate the currency and banking system in Egypt.
01/01/1875: Introduction of Fijian Currency
Fijian Coins and Banknotes were introduced as legal tender, replacing Spanish Dollars.
10/10/1873: Devaluation of Spanish Dollars
The Spanish Dollars were devalued by 20% in the British Colony of Fiji, leading to a change in currency.
29/07/1834: Introduction of Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian Pound was introduced as the official currency of Egypt, replacing the piastre.