Dombrovskis emphasised that the euro is more than just a currency: it is a symbol of European unity. Bulgaria will become a member of the zone, following Croatia, which adopted the euro in 2023. And ...

The ECB has launched a contest to redesign euro banknotes, inviting graphic designers from across Europe to take part.

Since its birth in 1999, the euro has been a contender for global status. In the run-up to the financial crisis of 2007-09, European officials were hopeful that it might, in time, rival the dollar.

Making Way for the Euro. Diverse Campaigns Mark Introduction of Single Currency. December 12, 2001. By T.R. Reid. BRUSSELS -- The French, true to form, are featuring beautiful women.