The Belarusian ruble has been an extremely volatile currency since its introduction in 1992. It has experienced high inflation and devaluation over the years. In 1999, 5 million rubles were worth only 10 US dollars, and the currency lost half its value during the 2011 financial crisis. The Belarusian government has taken steps to curb inflation by raising interest rates and tying the currency to the US dollar instead of the Russian ruble for stability. However, political and economic issues continue to pose risks for the Belarusian ruble.