Historic Tongan paʻanga Turkish Lira

04/11/2021: Resignation of Central Bank Governor and Lira Volatility

Following the resignation of the Turkish Central Bank governor, the lira experiences significant volatility in the foreign exchange market.

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

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

10/08/2018: Currency Crisis and Lira Depreciation

The Turkish lira suffers a severe depreciation due to escalating tensions with the United States and concerns over the Turkish economy.

15/07/2016: Failed Coup Attempt and Lira Plunge

After a failed coup attempt, the value of the Turkish lira plunges as political instability increases.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

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

30/04/2008: Global Financial Crisis and Turkish Lira

The Turkish lira experiences a significant depreciation as a result of the global financial crisis.

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.

01/01/2005: Introduction of New Turkish Lira (TRY)

Turkey introduces a new version of the Turkish lira, denoted as TRY, with a new currency symbol.

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.

29/10/1930: Adoption of the New Turkish Lira

The Turkish government introduces the New Turkish Lira (Yeni Türk Lirası) to replace the old currency.

29/10/1923: Founding of the Republic of Turkey

The Turkish lira is officially established as the currency of the newly founded Turkish Republic.