Historic Malaysian ringgit Tongan paʻanga

Malaysian ringgit tongan paʻanga history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.49947 (01/02/2024) and the lowest 0.49849 (04/02/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.2.

MYR TOP average rate for February 2024 is 0.49289, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is +1.23 %.

01 February 20241 MYR = 0.4995 TOP
02 February 20241 MYR = 0.4974 TOP
03 February 20241 MYR = 0.4984 TOP
04 February 20241 MYR = 0.4985 TOP
05 February 20241 MYR = 0.5009 TOP
06 February 20241 MYR = 0.4986 TOP
07 February 20241 MYR = 0.4994 TOP
08 February 20241 MYR = 0.4959 TOP
09 February 20241 MYR = 0.4869 TOP
12 February 20241 MYR = 0.4908 TOP
13 February 20241 MYR = 0.4904 TOP
14 February 20241 MYR = 0.4927 TOP
15 February 20241 MYR = 0.4900 TOP
16 February 20241 MYR = 0.4895 TOP
17 February 20241 MYR = 0.4895 TOP
18 February 20241 MYR = 0.4895 TOP
19 February 20241 MYR = 0.4896 TOP
20 February 20241 MYR = 0.4856 TOP
21 February 20241 MYR = 0.4866 TOP
22 February 20241 MYR = 0.4901 TOP
23 February 20241 MYR = 0.4915 TOP
24 February 20241 MYR = 0.4915 TOP
25 February 20241 MYR = 0.4915 TOP
26 February 20241 MYR = 0.4941 TOP
27 February 20241 MYR = 0.4962 TOP
28 February 20241 MYR = 0.4901 TOP
29 February 20241 MYR = 0.4933 TOP

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

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

18/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic caused a sharp decline in the value of the ringgit, as global markets experienced volatility and economic slowdown.

12/08/2015: Ringgit Depreciation

The Malaysian ringgit experienced a significant depreciation against major currencies due to falling oil prices and global economic uncertainties.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

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

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.

21/07/2005: Removal of Currency Peg

The Malaysian government removed the fixed exchange rate peg to the US dollar, allowing the ringgit to float freely based on market forces.

02/07/1997: Asian Financial Crisis

The Malaysian ringgit was heavily affected by the Asian financial crisis, leading to a currency devaluation and introduction of capital controls.

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.

12/06/1985: Currency Pegged to the US Dollar

The Malaysian ringgit was pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate of RM2.50 per USD to stabilize the economy.

29/08/1975: Change to Malaysian Ringgit

The Malaysian dollar was renamed as the Malaysian ringgit, with the currency symbol RM, to reflect the country's independence and identity.

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.

12/06/1967: Introduction of the Malaysian Dollar

The Malaysian dollar was introduced as the official currency of Malaysia, replacing the Malaya and British Borneo dollar.

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.