13/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused global economic uncertainty, leading to a decline in the value of the Georgian Lari and affecting the country's financial stability.
25/01/2016: Currency Restructuring
The National Bank of Georgia implemented currency restructuring measures to stabilize the value of the Lari and restore confidence in the national currency.
16/03/2015: Bank of Jamaica Act
The Bank of Jamaica Act was passed, granting the central bank greater autonomy in executing monetary policy and promoting financial stability.
12/02/2013: Currency devaluation
To stabilize the economy, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by approximately 16.5% against major currencies.
10/03/2011: Lari Depreciation
The Georgian Lari experienced a sharp depreciation, reaching a record low against the U.S. dollar, due to various economic factors and a global financial crisis.
28/11/2010: IMF agreement
Jamaica reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a financial support program to address economic challenges.
13/08/2008: Russian Invasion
During the Russo-Georgian War, the Georgian Lari faced significant devaluation due to the economic and political instability caused by the invasion.
01/01/2002: Euro Conversion Rate
The conversion rate of 1 Euro = 1936.27 GEL was fixed, as Georgia adopted the Euro as its main reference currency.
27/04/1999: Introduction of New Lari
The New Lari was introduced as the second and current official currency of Georgia, replacing the old Lari at a rate of 1 New Lari = 1,000 old Lari.
25/07/1995: Introduction of the Lari
The Georgian Lari was introduced as the official currency of Georgia, replacing the Russian ruble at a rate of 1 Lari = 1 million rubles.
30/04/1994: Foreign exchange liberalization
Jamaica lifted restrictions on foreign exchange, allowing for more flexible trade and investment opportunities.
25/03/1991: JMD devaluation
Due to economic pressures, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by 33.3%, leading to an increase in the exchange rate.
05/08/1971: Currency decimalization
Jamaica decimalized its currency, dividing the Jamaican Dollar into 100 cents instead of 20 shillings.
07/02/1969: Jamaican Dollar introduced
The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) was introduced as the official currency of Jamaica, replacing the Jamaican pound.