01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga
Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.
07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga
Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
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.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
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.
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.
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.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.