Historic Chinese Yuan Renminbi Tongan paʻanga

Chinese Yuan Renminbi tongan paʻanga history since 10/05/2024 until today (0 years). Search for CNY to TOP exchange rate history for a particular date, month or year.

The Chinese Yuan Renminbi is the currency of China (supplied by People's Bank of China and the currency supplied by National Reserve Bank of Tonga. The CNY TOP historical data can be seen on the Chinese Yuan Renminbi tongan paʻanga historical chart.

01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga

Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.

29/11/2015: Inclusion of the Renminbi in IMF's SDR Basket

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) includes the Renminbi in its Special Drawing Rights (SDR) basket, recognizing its global importance as a reserve currency and boosting the international status of the Chinese Yuan Renminbi.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.

18/06/2009: Resumption of Renminbi Appreciation

China allows the Renminbi to resume an appreciation trajectory against the US dollar after a period of stability, signaling a shift in the country's exchange rate policy.

14/03/2008: Currency Redenomination

Tonga redenominated its currency, removing three zeros from the paʻanga to simplify monetary transactions.

16/11/2006: Riot and Currency Crisis

Civil unrest and riots erupted in Tonga, leading to a currency crisis and a temporary suspension of trading the paʻanga.

20/07/2005: Introduction of Managed Float

China adopts a managed floating exchange rate system, allowing the Renminbi to fluctuate within a narrow band against a basket of currencies, reducing its dependence on the US dollar.

31/12/1993: Renminbi Pegged to US Dollar

China pegs the value of the Renminbi to the US dollar, setting an exchange rate of 8.28 Yuan per dollar, which remains fixed for over a decade, impacting China's export competitiveness.

31/12/1992: Introduction of Dual Currency System

China introduces a dual currency system, with the offshore Renminbi (CNH) and the onshore Renminbi (CNY), aiming to facilitate foreign exchange flows and international trade.

01/04/1991: First Devaluation of the Paʻanga

The paʻanga was devalued by 25% in an attempt to boost Tonga's economy and improve trade competitiveness.

04/06/1975: Independence of Tonga

Tonga gained full independence from the United Kingdom, further solidifying the status of the paʻanga as its national currency.

14/08/1971: End of the Bretton Woods System

The United States suspends the convertibility of the US dollar to gold, leading to the collapse of the Bretton Woods System and a shift towards floating exchange rates, affecting the value of the Chinese Yuan Renminbi.

01/04/1967: Introduction of the Paʻanga

The Tongan paʻanga was introduced as the official currency, replacing the pound at a rate of 1 pound = 2 paʻanga.

14/12/1948: Formation of the People's Bank of China

The People's Bank of China was established, marking the beginning of central banking in China and the introduction of the Chinese Yuan Renminbi as the official currency.