01/01/2020: New Currency Symbol
A new currency symbol for the dobra, resembling the letters 'STD' with horizontal lines through them, was introduced for official use.
16/07/2019: IMF Bailout Package
Pakistan reached an agreement with the IMF for a three-year, $6 billion bailout package to address its balance of payments crisis, affecting the value of the Pakistani rupee.
24/05/2018: Dobra Pegged to Euro
The dobra's exchange rate was pegged to the euro, aiming to stabilize the currency and boost economic cooperation with the European Union.
01/01/2016: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
São Tomé and Príncipe started issuing polymer banknotes as a means to enhance durability and reduce counterfeiting of the dobra.
11/12/2013: IMF Loan Program
Pakistan signed a loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize its economy, resulting in devaluation of the Pakistani rupee.
01/01/2010: Currency Redenomination
The third dobra was introduced, with 1 new dobra equalling 1,000 old dobras, aiming to simplify transactions and boost confidence in the currency.
01/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The global financial crisis led to a depreciation of the Pakistani rupee against major international currencies due to economic instability.
28/05/1999: Introduction of State Bank of Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan was given full autonomous control over the monetary policy, which had a significant impact on the value of the Pakistani rupee.
01/01/1997: Introduction of the New Dobra
A new currency, the 'second dobra,' was introduced at a rate of 1,000 to 1 to combat hyperinflation and stabilize the economy.
24/12/1979: First Currency Devaluation
The first devaluation of the dobra occurred, reducing its value by 53% as a result of economic instability and inflation.
30/06/1977: Introduction of the Dobra
The São Tomé and Príncipe dobra was introduced as the official currency of the country after gaining independence from Portugal.
16/12/1971: Separation of East Pakistan
Following the separation of East Pakistan and the formation of Bangladesh, the Pakistani rupee underwent a major devaluation.
01/07/1955: Replacement of Indian Rupee
The Pakistani rupee replaced the Indian rupee as the official currency of Pakistan after the two countries separated.
17/08/1947: Independence of Pakistan
The Pakistani rupee was introduced as the official currency of Pakistan after the country gained independence from British rule.