01/05/2017: Introduction of a two-dollar coin
Belize introduced a new denomination in the form of a two-dollar coin, reducing the dependency on smaller denomination banknotes.
28/07/2016: Bank of Japan announces stimulus package
The Bank of Japan announced an aggressive stimulus package and negative interest rates, causing the Yen to depreciate against major currencies.
26/09/2011: Launching of new designs
The Central Bank of Belize introduced a new series of banknotes with updated designs, depicting prominent national landmarks and personalities.
11/03/2011: Great East Japan Earthquake
The Tohoku earthquake and tsunami devastated Japan, leading to a decline in the Yen as reconstruction efforts strained the economy.
15/09/2008: Lehman Brothers bankruptcy
The bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers triggered a global financial crisis, resulting in a surge in the value of the Yen as investors sought safe-haven assets.
24/06/2001: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Belize became one of the first countries in the region to introduce polymer banknotes, enhancing durability and security.
20/03/1995: Kobe earthquake
The Great Hanshin earthquake struck Kobe, causing significant damage to the Japanese economy and leading to a decline in the value of the Yen.
01/04/1990: Establishment of the Central Bank of Belize
The Central Bank of Belize was established to oversee monetary policies and ensure financial stability in the country.
22/09/1985: Plaza Accord
Japan, along with major economies, agreed to depreciate the value of the US dollar, leading to the appreciation of the Yen.
01/12/1982: Conversion to decimal currency
Belize adopted a decimal currency system with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and coins.
01/07/1978: Independence of Belize
Belize gained independence from the United Kingdom, solidifying the Belize dollar as the national currency.
01/11/1976: Introduction of the Belize dollar
The Belize dollar was introduced as the official currency of Belize to replace the British Honduran dollar.
01/03/1973: Yen becomes a floating currency
The Yen lost its fixed exchange rate and started floating against major currencies following the collapse of the Bretton Woods system.
15/12/1953: Yen is introduced
The Japanese Yen was first introduced as the official currency of Japan with the enactment of the Bank of Japan Act.