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.
07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
02/06/2014: Introduction of the fourth dirham
Another series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued, featuring new designs and enhanced security features.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
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.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
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.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
26/11/1960: Introduction of the Moroccan franc (FRF)
The Moroccan franc was introduced as the official currency of Morocco.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.