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.
27/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The Korean Won faced significant volatility during the global financial crisis, as global markets tumbled and investor confidence wavered.
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.
01/01/1998: Establishment of IMF Program
South Korea agreed to an International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package, which stabilized the value of the Korean Won and initiated economic reforms.
03/12/1997: Asian Financial Crisis
The Korean Won experienced a sharp depreciation during the Asian Financial Crisis, causing severe economic hardships and requiring international assistance.
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.
27/02/1980: Declaration of Martial Law
Amidst political turmoil, President Chun Doo-hwan declared martial law, causing economic instability and impacting the value of the Korean Won.
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.
22/06/1962: Introduction of the Hwan
To combat inflation, the South Korean government introduced the Hwan as the new currency, replacing the old Korean Won.
27/07/1953: Armistice Agreement
Following the Korean War, the Armistice Agreement was signed, stabilizing the region and aiding in the recovery of the Korean Won.
15/08/1945: Liberation from Japanese Rule
Upon the end of Japanese colonial rule, the Korean Won was introduced as the official currency of South Korea.