25/02/2020: Introduction of New Large Denomination Banknotes
Uzbekistan introduced new 100,000 and 200,000 som banknotes to meet the requirements of the growing economy and reduce cash circulation.
08/02/2019: Exchange Rate Unification
Uzbekistan unified the official and black-market exchange rates, allowing for more transparency in currency transactions.
03/09/2018: Denomination of Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistan announced a 1:10,000 denomination of the som, as part of ongoing currency reform.
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.
05/09/2017: Floating Exchange Rate Regime
Uzbekistan transitioned to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the Uzbekistani Som's value to be determined by market forces.
01/01/2007: Security Enhancements
New security features, including holograms and advanced anti-counterfeiting measures, are added to the UAE dirham banknotes.
01/12/2002: Introduction of Modern Coinage
A new series of UAE dirham coins, featuring modern designs and security features, is introduced.
10/03/2001: Introduction of New Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistan introduced a new som, with 1 new som equaling 1,000 old soms, as a result of currency reform.
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.
01/07/1994: Redenomination of Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistan redenominated its currency, with 1 new som replacing 1,000 old soms to combat hyperinflation.
01/07/1993: Introduction of Uzbekistani Som
Uzbekistani Som (UZS) was introduced as the official currency of Uzbekistan after the country gained independence from the Soviet Union.
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.