Solomon Islands: New Polymer $5 Banknote Issued

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Launching Date for new $5 Polymer Banknote revealed

Press Release: 04/2019 Thursday 25th April, 2019

Honiara, CBSI - The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) is pleased to announce the date to officially launch the country's new $5 polymer note as legal tender in Solomon Islands.

Following the unveiling of the designs of the new $5 polymer banknote on 10 April at the Currency Conference in Dubai, a proposed date for the launch was made. The launch is to be held on the 2nd of May 2019 in conjunction with the United Nations World Tuna Day.

Why UN World Tuna Day? The design features a yellowfin tuna and a traditional fishing hook on the front of the note to signal the importance of sustainability. On the reverse side, a traditional spearfishing scene that highlights the need to preserve and promote community activity as we move into the future is depicted.

The theme for the new $5 dollar note focuses on creating a sustainable and responsible fishing industry to provide long-term economic security for the nation, as well as the importance of community and social cohesion.

The new $5 polymer note will be issued into circulation to the public by the commercial banks on the day it is launched.

CBSI will promote the new note with a publicity campaign featuring posters and brochures that provide key information on the new banknote.

Source: Central Bank of Solomon Islands (Press Release)

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