31/12/2020: Digital Currency Pilot
Azerbaijan launched a pilot program to test the use of a digital currency, the digital manat, in an effort to modernize its financial system.
20/12/2017: Second Devaluation
The manat faced another devaluation, this time by around 30%, due to economic challenges and a sharp drop in oil prices.
20/12/2015: Devaluation
The manat was devalued by more than 30% against the US dollar in response to falling oil prices.
16/03/2015: Bank of Jamaica Act
The Bank of Jamaica Act was passed, granting the central bank greater autonomy in executing monetary policy and promoting financial stability.
12/02/2013: Currency devaluation
To stabilize the economy, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by approximately 16.5% against major currencies.
28/11/2010: IMF agreement
Jamaica reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a financial support program to address economic challenges.
20/02/2005: Pegged to US Dollar
The Azerbaijani manat was pegged to the US dollar at a rate of 1.6 manat per dollar.
14/06/2001: Currency Reform
A currency reform was implemented, resulting in a new manat with a higher exchange rate.
30/04/1994: Foreign exchange liberalization
Jamaica lifted restrictions on foreign exchange, allowing for more flexible trade and investment opportunities.
31/12/1993: Hyperinflation
Azerbaijan experienced a period of hyperinflation, leading to the devaluation of the manat.
14/08/1992: Introduction of Manat
The Azerbaijani manat currency was introduced as the official currency of Azerbaijan, replacing the Soviet ruble.
25/03/1991: JMD devaluation
Due to economic pressures, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by 33.3%, leading to an increase in the exchange rate.
05/08/1971: Currency decimalization
Jamaica decimalized its currency, dividing the Jamaican Dollar into 100 cents instead of 20 shillings.
07/02/1969: Jamaican Dollar introduced
The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) was introduced as the official currency of Jamaica, replacing the Jamaican pound.