20/05/2018: SAMA grants licenses for full-fledged digital banks
SAMA issued licenses to two banks for providing digital banking services, reflecting a shift towards digitalization in the financial sector.
21/12/2016: Saudi Arabia introduces the SAR 200 note
A new 200 riyal banknote was introduced, featuring a portrait of King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
05/04/2016: End of currency intervention
The Czech National Bank ended its currency intervention policy, allowing the koruna to float freely and be determined by market forces.
06/11/2013: Currency intervention
The Czech National Bank implemented a currency intervention policy to weaken the koruna and stimulate the country's economy.
09/10/2008: Global financial crisis impact
The koruna experienced significant depreciation during the global financial crisis, reflecting the economic challenges faced by the Czech Republic.
30/04/2007: EU membership benefits
The Czech Republic became a member of the European Union's economic and monetary union, allowing for greater stability and cooperation for the koruna.
30/04/2004: EU Accession
The Czech Republic joined the European Union, paving the way for further integration of the koruna with European monetary policies.
20/12/2003: Launch of Riyal Interbank Express (SARIE)
SAMA launched SARIE, a real-time gross settlement system, improving interbank transactions and money transfers.
27/05/1997: Introduction of Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency new design series
SAMA introduced a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
30/06/1993: Currency conversion
The Czech Republic adopted a new currency regime, shifting from a fixed exchange rate to a floating exchange rate for the koruna.
07/02/1993: Establishment of Czech koruna
The Czech koruna was introduced as the official currency of the Czech Republic following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
30/06/1986: Saudi riyal pegged to the US dollar at 3.75 SAR per USD
Saudi Arabia pegged its currency to the USD, ensuring stability and ease of trade with international partners.
01/03/1952: Introduction of Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA)
SAMA was established as the central bank of Saudi Arabia, responsible for issuing and managing the Saudi riyal.
23/09/1932: Establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Saudi riyal currency was introduced following the unification of the Kingdom under King Abdulaziz Al Saud.