Historic Taiwan dollar Malagasy Ariary

01/01/2023: Planned Fourth Redenomination of Ariary

Madagascar announces plans for the fourth redenomination of the Ariary, aiming to simplify the currency system further.

01/01/2017: Third Redenomination of Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary experiences its third redenomination, resulting in the currency being divided by 5, making 1 new Ariary equal to 5 old Ariary.

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.

01/08/2003: Second Redenomination of Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary goes through its second redenomination, with 1 new Ariary equal to 5 old Ariary.

16/12/1993: First Redenomination of Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary undergoes its first redenomination, replacing the currency at a ratio of 1 new Ariary to 5 old Ariary.

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.

01/01/1983: Introduction of Malagasy Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary is introduced as the new official currency of Madagascar, replacing the Malagasy Franc.

26/06/1975: Independence of Madagascar

Madagascar declares independence from French colonial rule, leading to changes in the national currency.

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.

26/06/1961: Introduction of Malagasy Franc

Malagasy Franc introduced as the official currency of Madagascar to replace the French Franc.

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.