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.
02/12/2016: Peace Agreement Impact
After the signing of the peace agreement with FARC, the Colombian Peso strengthened and saw improvements in the economy.
02/06/2014: Introduction of the fourth dirham
Another series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued, featuring new designs and enhanced security features.
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.
24/07/2001: Exchange rate flexibility
Colombia allowed the Colombian Peso to have a flexible exchange rate, transitioning from a fixed exchange rate system.
21/10/1999: Colombia's Financial Crisis
Colombia faced a financial crisis resulting in a devaluation of the Peso and an economic recession.
01/05/1999: Introduction of the third dirham
A new series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was introduced with enhanced security features.
04/07/1991: Introduction of a New Peso
A new Peso was introduced with a higher value, replacing the old Peso due to high inflation.
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.
26/11/1960: Introduction of the Moroccan franc (FRF)
The Moroccan franc was introduced as the official currency of Morocco.
12/06/1953: Creation of Banco de la República
The central bank of Colombia, Banco de la República, was established to regulate and control the Colombian Peso.
31/07/1886: Adoption of the Gold Standard
Colombia adopted the gold standard, linking the value of the Peso to gold, stabilizing the currency.
27/05/1837: Introduction of the Peso
The Colombian Peso was introduced as the official currency of Colombia, replacing the Spanish real.