16/07/2019: IMF Bailout Package
Pakistan reached an agreement with the IMF for a three-year, $6 billion bailout package to address its balance of payments crisis, affecting the value of the Pakistani rupee.
18/07/2016: New Polymer Banknotes Issued
The Falkland Islands government introduces new polymer banknotes to replace the older paper versions, enhancing the durability and security of their currency.
11/12/2013: IMF Loan Program
Pakistan signed a loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize its economy, resulting in devaluation of the Pakistani rupee.
01/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The global financial crisis led to a depreciation of the Pakistani rupee against major international currencies due to economic instability.
28/05/1999: Introduction of State Bank of Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan was given full autonomous control over the monetary policy, which had a significant impact on the value of the Pakistani rupee.
14/06/1983: Pegging to the Pound Sterling
The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is officially pegged to the British pound sterling (GBP) at a 1:1 ratio, ensuring a stable exchange rate.
16/12/1971: Separation of East Pakistan
Following the separation of East Pakistan and the formation of Bangladesh, the Pakistani rupee underwent a major devaluation.
14/05/1971: New Decimalized Currency Introduced
The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is decimalized, with the introduction of a new currency system based on the decimal system.
01/07/1955: Replacement of Indian Rupee
The Pakistani rupee replaced the Indian rupee as the official currency of Pakistan after the two countries separated.
17/08/1947: Independence of Pakistan
The Pakistani rupee was introduced as the official currency of Pakistan after the country gained independence from British rule.
28/04/1899: Currency Board Established
The Falkland Islands Currency Board is established, introducing the first Falkland Islands pound (FKP) as the official currency.
02/01/1833: Argentina Removed from Islands
British forces remove Argentine authorities from the Falkland Islands, solidifying British control over the territory.
03/01/1829: First British Colony Declared
British Captain Onslow declares the Falkland Islands a British colony, leading to the establishment of a formal British presence in the region.
02/01/1764: First British Settlement
British Captain Byron claims the Falkland Islands for Britain, establishing the first permanent British settlement in the region.