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.
18/03/2020: COVID-19 pandemic impact
The Australian dollar experienced a sharp decline due to the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty in financial markets.
01/09/2013: Replacement of coins with bi-metallic coins
Coins of lower denominations of the Djiboutian franc were replaced with bi-metallic coins.
13/10/2011: Record high exchange rate
The Australian dollar reached a record high exchange rate of above $1.10 against the US dollar, driven by strong commodity demand and high interest rates.
06/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The Australian dollar experienced a significant decline due to the impact of the global financial crisis, reaching a low point of around $0.60 against the US dollar.
01/01/2002: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes of the Djiboutian franc were introduced with enhanced security features.
15/09/1997: Second devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 33% as a result of economic instability and high inflation.
30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes
Australia introduced polymer banknotes, replacing the paper-based banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.
08/03/1983: Floating of the Australian dollar
The Australian dollar was fully floated and allowed to fluctuate freely on the foreign exchange market, leading to increased volatility.
08/05/1977: First devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 50% due to economic difficulties faced by the newly independent country.
27/06/1973: Independence from France
Djibouti gained independence from France and the Djiboutian franc became the national currency.
12/12/1971: End of the fixed exchange rate
Australia shifted from a fixed exchange rate to a flexible exchange rate, allowing market forces to determine the value of the Australian dollar.
13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency
Australia adopted decimal currency, replacing the pound with the Australian dollar, symbol 'A$'.
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.