15/11/2018: New Currency Notes Introduced
Iceland released updated banknotes and coins featuring improved security measures and new designs, modernizing the Krona's physical appearance.
15/03/2015: Capital Controls Lifted
Iceland lifted its capital controls, implemented after the financial crisis, allowing for more flexible foreign exchange transactions.
14/11/2010: IMF Loan Approved
Iceland secured a $2.1 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, stabilizing the Krona and aiding economic recovery.
06/10/2008: Financial Crisis Begins
The collapse of Icelandic banks and subsequent financial crisis severely devalued the Krona, leading to economic turmoil.
01/01/2005: New Taiwan dollar banknotes issued
New designs for Taiwan dollar banknotes are issued, featuring innovative security features and updated aesthetics to combat counterfeiting and improve the currency's image.
30/04/1991: Foreign Exchange Control Act revised
Taiwan relaxes its foreign exchange controls, allowing more flexibility in the trading of the Taiwan dollar and promoting financial globalization.
15/07/1987: Lifting of martial law
The martial law, which had been in place in Taiwan since 1949, is lifted, marking a significant milestone towards the democratization and liberalization of the country.
05/03/1981: Stock Exchange Established
The Icelandic Stock Exchange was founded, promoting economic growth and affecting the Krona's value.
16/12/1971: Taiwan's expulsion from the UN
The United Nations General Assembly recognizes the People's Republic of China as the legitimate representative of China, leading to Taiwan's expulsion from the UN and international isolation.
03/03/1952: TWD pegged to the US Dollar
The Taiwan dollar is pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 32 TWD to 1 USD, stabilizing its value and promoting economic growth.
10/12/1949: Chinese Civil War ends
The Chinese Communist Party establishes the People's Republic of China on the mainland, leading to the Nationalist government's retreat to Taiwan, taking the Taiwan dollar with them.
25/10/1945: Taiwan is restored to the Republic of China
After the end of World War II, Taiwan is returned to the Republic of China from Japan, and the Taiwan dollar becomes the official currency.
10/05/1940: Occupation of Iceland
Following the German occupation of Denmark, Iceland became occupied by British forces, impacting the currency's stability.
01/01/1922: Currency Board Established
The Icelandic Krona was introduced under the Danish Krone pegged to 1 Krone = 100 aurar.