01/01/2022: Removal of monarchy symbol
Brunei currency no longer featured the portrait of the Sultan as part of efforts to modernize the banknotes.
15/09/2021: Digitization of the Moroccan dirham
Morocco announced plans to digitize the dirham, introducing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) for financial transactions in the country.
21/07/2017: Commencement of New Series Polymer Banknotes
New series of polymer banknotes with modern designs entered circulation.
02/06/2014: Introduction of the fourth dirham
Another series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued, featuring new designs and enhanced security features.
05/05/2013: Upgrade of polymer banknotes
Introduction of new polymer banknotes with enhanced security features.
01/07/2011: Introduction of Brunei-Indonesia Currency Agreement
Brunei dollar became interchangeable with Indonesian rupiah in specified regions.
02/07/2005: Dirham's exchange rate floatation
Morocco moved to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the dirham to fluctuate based on market forces.
01/05/1999: Introduction of the third dirham
A new series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was introduced with enhanced security features.
18/03/1996: Change in currency regime
Brunei dollar became fully backed by foreign exchange reserves instead of gold.
12/12/1980: Introduction of the second dirham
A new series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued to replace the first series.
17/10/1974: Adoption of the dirham as the currency
The Moroccan franc was replaced by the Moroccan dirham (MAD) as the official currency.
12/06/1973: Establishment of Brunei Currency Board
Currency Board assumed responsibility for the issuance and management of Brunei dollar.
27/07/1967: Introduction of Brunei and Singapore Currency Interchangeability Agreement
Brunei and Singapore dollars became interchangeable at par.
26/11/1960: Introduction of the Moroccan franc (FRF)
The Moroccan franc was introduced as the official currency of Morocco.