Convert North Korean Won to Uzbekistan Som
Please provide values below to convert North Korean Won [KPW] to Uzbekistan Som [UZS], or Convert Uzbekistan Som to North Korean Won.
How to Convert North Korean Won to Uzbekistan Som
1 KPW = 0.0708300501965483 UZS
Example: convert 15 KPW to UZS:
15 KPW = 15 × 0.0708300501965483 UZS = 1.06245075294822 UZS
North Korean Won to Uzbekistan Som Conversion Table
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North Korean Won
The North Korean Won (KPW) is the official currency of North Korea, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The North Korean Won was first introduced in 1947, replacing the Korean won used during the Japanese occupation, and has undergone several redenominations and reforms since then.
Current Use
Today, the KPW is primarily used domestically in North Korea, with limited acceptance outside the country; it is subject to strict government control and currency regulations.
Uzbekistan Som
The Uzbekistan Som (UZS) is the official currency of Uzbekistan, used for everyday transactions and monetary exchanges within the country.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1993 following Uzbekistan's independence from the Soviet Union, the Som replaced the Russian ruble as the national currency. It has undergone several redenominations and reforms over the years to stabilize the economy.
Current Use
The Uzbekistan Som is actively used for all forms of financial transactions in Uzbekistan, including cash payments, banking, and electronic transfers. It is managed and issued by the Central Bank of Uzbekistan.