16/03/2021: New 5 Rial Polymer Banknote Introduced
A new polymer banknote with a denomination of 5 rials was introduced, enhancing durability and security features of the currency.
18/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a sharp decline in the value of the ringgit, as global markets experienced volatility and economic slowdown.
12/08/2015: Ringgit Depreciation
The Malaysian ringgit experienced a significant depreciation against major currencies due to falling oil prices and global economic uncertainties.
21/07/2005: Removal of Currency Peg
The Malaysian government removed the fixed exchange rate peg to the US dollar, allowing the ringgit to float freely based on market forces.
15/01/2003: New Omani Rial Banknotes Issued
New series of Omani rial banknotes were introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
02/07/1997: Asian Financial Crisis
The Malaysian ringgit was heavily affected by the Asian financial crisis, leading to a currency devaluation and introduction of capital controls.
12/06/1994: Smaller Denomination Coins Issued
Small denomination coins, including 5, 10, 25, and 50 baisa coins, were issued in order to facilitate everyday transactions.
17/03/1986: 200 Baisa Coin Introduced
A new 200 baisa coin was introduced, becoming the highest denomination coin in circulation at that time.
12/06/1985: Currency Pegged to the US Dollar
The Malaysian ringgit was pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate of RM2.50 per USD to stabilize the economy.
11/11/1975: 1/8 Rial Copper-Nickel Coin Introduced
A new 1/8 rial coin made of copper-nickel was introduced, representing a fractional value of the rial currency.
29/08/1975: Change to Malaysian Ringgit
The Malaysian dollar was renamed as the Malaysian ringgit, with the currency symbol RM, to reflect the country's independence and identity.
02/03/1973: Rial Oman Pegged to US Dollar
The Omani rial was officially pegged to the United States dollar, with an exchange rate of 1 OMR = 2.895 USD.
27/07/1970: Rial Oman is Introduced
The Omani rial was introduced, replacing the Gulf rupee at a rate of 1 rial = 2.6008 rupees.
12/06/1967: Introduction of the Malaysian Dollar
The Malaysian dollar was introduced as the official currency of Malaysia, replacing the Malaya and British Borneo dollar.