Historic Tongan paʻanga Australian dollar

Tongan paʻanga australian dollar history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.6551 (17/01/2024) and the lowest 0.65296 (17/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.33.

TOP AUD average rate for January 2024 is 0.64349, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is -1.3 %.

01 January 20241 TOP = 0.6370 AUD
02 January 20241 TOP = 0.6378 AUD
03 January 20241 TOP = 0.6395 AUD
04 January 20241 TOP = 0.6416 AUD
05 January 20241 TOP = 0.6430 AUD
06 January 20241 TOP = 0.6421 AUD
07 January 20241 TOP = 0.6399 AUD
08 January 20241 TOP = 0.6408 AUD
09 January 20241 TOP = 0.6358 AUD
10 January 20241 TOP = 0.6362 AUD
11 January 20241 TOP = 0.6328 AUD
12 January 20241 TOP = 0.6432 AUD
14 January 20241 TOP = 0.6441 AUD
15 January 20241 TOP = 0.6411 AUD
16 January 20241 TOP = 0.6474 AUD
17 January 20241 TOP = 0.6506 AUD
18 January 20241 TOP = 0.6498 AUD
19 January 20241 TOP = 0.6454 AUD
22 January 20241 TOP = 0.6493 AUD
23 January 20241 TOP = 0.6509 AUD
24 January 20241 TOP = 0.6490 AUD
25 January 20241 TOP = 0.6495 AUD
26 January 20241 TOP = 0.6466 AUD
28 January 20241 TOP = 0.6473 AUD
29 January 20241 TOP = 0.6473 AUD
30 January 20241 TOP = 0.6408 AUD
31 January 20241 TOP = 0.6453 AUD

01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga

Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.

18/03/2020: COVID-19 pandemic impact

The Australian dollar experienced a sharp decline due to the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty in financial markets.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.

13/10/2011: Record high exchange rate

The Australian dollar reached a record high exchange rate of above $1.10 against the US dollar, driven by strong commodity demand and high interest rates.

06/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The Australian dollar experienced a significant decline due to the impact of the global financial crisis, reaching a low point of around $0.60 against the US dollar.

14/03/2008: Currency Redenomination

Tonga redenominated its currency, removing three zeros from the paʻanga to simplify monetary transactions.

16/11/2006: Riot and Currency Crisis

Civil unrest and riots erupted in Tonga, leading to a currency crisis and a temporary suspension of trading the paʻanga.

30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes

Australia introduced polymer banknotes, replacing the paper-based banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.

01/04/1991: First Devaluation of the Paʻanga

The paʻanga was devalued by 25% in an attempt to boost Tonga's economy and improve trade competitiveness.

08/03/1983: Floating of the Australian dollar

The Australian dollar was fully floated and allowed to fluctuate freely on the foreign exchange market, leading to increased volatility.

04/06/1975: Independence of Tonga

Tonga gained full independence from the United Kingdom, further solidifying the status of the paʻanga as its national currency.

12/12/1971: End of the fixed exchange rate

Australia shifted from a fixed exchange rate to a flexible exchange rate, allowing market forces to determine the value of the Australian dollar.

01/04/1967: Introduction of the Paʻanga

The Tongan paʻanga was introduced as the official currency, replacing the pound at a rate of 1 pound = 2 paʻanga.

13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency

Australia adopted decimal currency, replacing the pound with the Australian dollar, symbol 'A$'.
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