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.
20/12/2017: Devaluation of Algerian Dinar
The Algerian dinar was devalued again, as it faced economic challenges and low oil prices.
29/06/2014: 50th Anniversary of Algerian Dinar
Algeria celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Algerian dinar as its national currency.
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.
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.
21/12/1999: Introduction of Euro-Dinar Exchange Rate
The euro-dinar exchange rate was introduced, replacing the French franc as the peg currency for the Algerian dinar.
17/09/1994: Introduction of New Dinar
A new series of banknotes was introduced in Algeria, with the intent of stabilizing the currency and reducing 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.
10/11/1973: Devaluation of Algerian Dinar
The Algerian dinar was devalued by 30%, as a result of the global oil crisis and economic challenges faced by Algeria.
07/05/1971: Algerian Dinar Pegged to French Franc
The Algerian dinar was pegged to the French franc at a rate of 1 dinar to 1.20 francs, establishing a fixed exchange rate.
01/10/1964: Introduction of Algerian Dinar
The Algerian dinar was introduced as the official currency of Algeria, replacing the French franc at a rate of 1 dinar to 100 francs.
03/10/1932: Independence of Iraq
The Iraqi dinar was introduced as the official currency of Iraq following its independence from British occupation.