01/01/2022: Currency Floatation
Angola transitioned from a fixed exchange rate to a floating exchange rate system, allowing the Kwanza's value to be determined by the market forces of supply and demand.
30/10/2020: Kwanza Devaluation
In response to economic challenges, Angola devalued the Kwanza by approximately 24%, increasing the exchange rate from 165 to 195 Kwanzas per US dollar.
01/04/2019: Romania plans to adopt the euro
The Romanian government announces its intention to join the Eurozone and set a target date for adopting the euro as the national currency.
15/04/2013: Currency Redesign
Angola launched a new series of banknotes, featuring improved security features and new designs to reflect national landmarks and culture.
01/06/2005: Currency redenomination
Romania underwent a currency redenomination, with 10,000 old lei being exchanged for 1 new leu, to simplify transactions and eliminate zeros.
01/07/2003: Romania joins EU Accession
As part of joining the European Union, Romania pledges to adopt the euro in the future, aiming for greater economic integration.
08/11/1999: Return to Kwanza
Angola reintroduced the Kwanza as the official currency, replacing the Kwanza Reajustado, at a rate of 1,000 Kwanza Reajustado to 1 Kwanza.
18/02/1999: Introduction of Kwanza Reajustado
Kwanza Reajustado was introduced as a temporary currency, with 1 Kwanza Reajustado equal to 1,000 regular Kwanzas.
28/02/1991: End of communist era
As communism collapsed, Romania undergoes economic reforms and introduces a free-floating exchange rate system for the leu.
31/03/1990: Kwanza Revaluation
In an attempt to combat hyperinflation, the government redenominated the currency, with 1 new Kwanza equal to 1,000 old Kwanzas.
08/01/1977: Introduction of the Kwanza
Angola introduced the first Kwanza currency, replacing the Portuguese Escudo, with 1 Kwanza equal to 1 Escudo.
30/12/1947: Communist regime introduces new leu
In an attempt to devalue the currency and control the economy, the Communist regime introduces a new leu at a ratio of 1:20,000.
01/03/1901: Introduction of the gold standard
Romanian leu was tied to the gold standard, ensuring the stability of the currency and attracting foreign investments.
01/04/1867: Creation of the Romanian leu
The leu was established as the official currency of Romania, replacing the previous currencies in circulation.