17/06/2018: Introduction of New Banknotes
A new series of UAE dirham banknotes, featuring enhanced durability, 3D security features, and tactile marks for visually impaired individuals, is introduced.
06/10/2008: Serbia applies for EU membership
Serbia officially applied for membership in the European Union, which could potentially impact the future of the Serbian Dinar as Serbia aligns with EU policies.
01/01/2007: Security Enhancements
New security features, including holograms and advanced anti-counterfeiting measures, are added to the UAE dirham banknotes.
03/06/2006: Montenegro adopts the Euro
Montenegro unilaterally adopted the Euro as its official currency, while Serbia continued to use the Serbian Dinar.
01/07/2003: Introduction of the Serbian Dinar
After the state union with Montenegro dissolved, Serbia reintroduced the Serbian Dinar as its national currency, replacing the New Dinar.
01/12/2002: Introduction of Modern Coinage
A new series of UAE dirham coins, featuring modern designs and security features, is introduced.
20/03/1995: Currency Peg to US Dollar
The UAE dirham is pegged to the United States dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1 USD to 3.6725 AED.
01/04/1992: Introduction of the New Dinar
Due to the breakup of Yugoslavia, Serbia introduced the New Dinar as its currency, replacing the Yugoslav Dinar.
01/01/1978: Currency Issuance Authority
The UAE Currency Issuing Authority is established, granting the authority to issue and manage the UAE dirham.
28/01/1973: Decoupling from Pound Sterling
The UAE dirham is officially decoupled from the British pound sterling and a new exchange rate is set.
02/12/1971: Formation of UAE
The United Arab Emirates is formed, resulting in the introduction of the UAE dirham as its official currency.
20/10/1944: Introduction of the Yugoslav Dinar
The Yugoslav Dinar was introduced, replacing the former currency in circulation, including the Serbian Dinar.
01/11/1918: Merger with the Yugoslav Dinar
After World War I, the Serbian Dinar merged with the Yugoslav Dinar to form a unified currency for the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes.
24/04/1868: Introduction of Serbian Dinar
The Serbian Dinar was introduced as the official currency of Serbia to replace the Ottoman akçe.