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.
15/01/2019: Introduction of New Banknotes
New series of banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs were introduced by the Maldives Monetary Authority.
01/09/2014: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in the Maldives, replacing the traditional paper banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.
02/06/2014: Introduction of the fourth dirham
Another series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued, featuring new designs and enhanced security features.
01/07/2011: Redenomination of the Rufiyaa
The Maldivian Rufiyaa underwent redenomination, with new banknotes and coins introduced to simplify transactions and reduce the number of zeros.
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.
01/01/2002: Decimalization of the Rufiyaa
The Maldivian Rufiyaa was decimalized, with 100 laari equaling 1 Rufiyaa, replacing the previous system of 1 Rufiyaa equalling 100 lari.
01/05/1999: Introduction of the third dirham
A new series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was introduced with enhanced security features.
01/09/1983: Introduction of the Maldivian Rufiyaa
The Maldivian Rufiyaa was introduced as the new currency, replacing the Maldivian Rupee at a 1:1 exchange rate.
01/09/1981: Establishment of the Maldives Monetary Authority
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) was established as the central bank of the Maldives, responsible for issuing and managing the currency.
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.
22/10/1947: Introduction of the Maldivian Rupee
The Maldivian Indian Rupee was adopted as the official currency of the Maldives, replacing the Ceylonese Rupee.