Historic Taiwan dollar Swazi lilangeni

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.

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.