04/06/2020: Exchange rate stabilization
Efforts were made to stabilize the exchange rate of the Djiboutian franc to reduce inflation and encourage economic growth.
01/07/2019: Redenomination of the Belarusian Ruble
Belarusian ruble undergoes another redenomination, with 10,000 old rubles being exchanged for 1 new ruble.
01/12/2016: Introduction of new 20 and 50 ruble banknotes
New banknotes with improved security features and modern designs are introduced in denominations of 20 and 50 rubles.
01/09/2013: Replacement of coins with bi-metallic coins
Coins of lower denominations of the Djiboutian franc were replaced with bi-metallic coins.
20/05/2009: Devaluation of the Belarusian Ruble
Due to economic crisis, the Belarusian ruble devalues by approximately 20% against major foreign currencies.
01/01/2002: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes of the Djiboutian franc were introduced with enhanced security features.
28/05/2000: Introduction of New Coins
New coins, denominated in kopeks, are introduced alongside the ruble banknotes.
30/06/1998: Introduction of New Banknotes
New series of banknotes is introduced, featuring improved security features and designs.
15/09/1997: Second devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 33% as a result of economic instability and high inflation.
24/05/1994: Belarusian Ruble Redenomination
To stabilize the currency, the Belarusian ruble undergoes a redenomination, with 10,000 old rubles being exchanged for 1 new ruble.
20/05/1992: Introduction of the Belarusian Ruble
The Belarusian Ruble is introduced as the official currency of Belarus, replacing the Soviet ruble at a rate of 1 Belarusian ruble to 10 Soviet rubles.
08/05/1977: First devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 50% due to economic difficulties faced by the newly independent country.
27/06/1973: Independence from France
Djibouti gained independence from France and the Djiboutian franc became the national currency.
01/01/1949: Introduction of the Djiboutian franc
The Djiboutian franc was introduced as the official currency of French Somaliland, replacing the French franc at a 1:1 exchange rate.