1979 China's State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) was established in 1979.

1980 The Interim Regulations of the People's Republic of China (PRC) on Foreign Exchange Control was promulgated by the State Council in 1980.

1980 China resumed its lawful seat in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 1980.

1985 The Measures of the PRC on Foreign Exchange Retention for Exports was issued in 1985.