25/02/2020: Introduction of New Large Denomination Banknotes
Uzbekistan introduced new 100,000 and 200,000 som banknotes to meet the requirements of the growing economy and reduce cash circulation.
01/04/2019: Romania plans to adopt the euro
The Romanian government announces its intention to join the Eurozone and set a target date for adopting the euro as the national currency.
08/02/2019: Exchange Rate Unification
Uzbekistan unified the official and black-market exchange rates, allowing for more transparency in currency transactions.
03/09/2018: Denomination of Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistan announced a 1:10,000 denomination of the som, as part of ongoing currency reform.
05/09/2017: Floating Exchange Rate Regime
Uzbekistan transitioned to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the Uzbekistani Som's value to be determined by market forces.
01/06/2005: Currency redenomination
Romania underwent a currency redenomination, with 10,000 old lei being exchanged for 1 new leu, to simplify transactions and eliminate zeros.
01/07/2003: Romania joins EU Accession
As part of joining the European Union, Romania pledges to adopt the euro in the future, aiming for greater economic integration.
10/03/2001: Introduction of New Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistan introduced a new som, with 1 new som equaling 1,000 old soms, as a result of currency reform.
01/07/1994: Redenomination of Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistan redenominated its currency, with 1 new som replacing 1,000 old soms to combat hyperinflation.
01/07/1993: Introduction of Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistani Som (UZS) was introduced as the official currency of Uzbekistan after the country gained independence from the Soviet Union.
28/02/1991: End of communist era
As communism collapsed, Romania undergoes economic reforms and introduces a free-floating exchange rate system for the leu.
30/12/1947: Communist regime introduces new leu
In an attempt to devalue the currency and control the economy, the Communist regime introduces a new leu at a ratio of 1:20,000.
01/03/1901: Introduction of the gold standard
Romanian leu was tied to the gold standard, ensuring the stability of the currency and attracting foreign investments.
01/04/1867: Creation of the Romanian leu
The leu was established as the official currency of Romania, replacing the previous currencies in circulation.