04/06/2018: Introduction of New Banknotes
Moldova introduced a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
01/07/2015: Currency Pegged to Euro
Moldova pegged its currency, the Leu, to the Euro at a fixed exchange rate to stabilize the economy and attract foreign investment.
10/05/2010: Euro as Legal Tender
Moldova adopted the Euro as its official currency, though it is not a member of the Eurozone.
29/04/2009: Revaluation
Moldova carried out a currency revaluation, changing the exchange rate from 10,000 old Lei to 1 new Leu.
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.
29/10/1999: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in Moldova, increasing security and durability of the currency.
29/05/1994: Redenomination
Moldova underwent a redenomination process, where 1000 old Lei were exchanged for 1 new Leu to combat hyperinflation.
26/11/1992: Declaration of Independence
The Moldovan Leu was introduced as the official currency of Moldova after the country declared independence from the Soviet Union.
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.
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.