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MRB Managing Partner Appointed ICC YAAF Regional Representative for 2026–2028 mandate
Maram Al Balushi, MRB Law Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, has been appointed an ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East for the 2026–2028 mandate. The appointment is personal to her.
Executive Programme in Artificial Intelligence
MRB Law Firm took part in the Executive Programme in Artificial Intelligence in Muscat, 12–14 July 2026. The team it led was awarded first place in the programme’s closing practical challenge.
Royal Decree 66/2026
Omani Penal Code
Private Sector Bribery Is Now a Crime in Oman: What Businesses Need to Know
Royal Decree 66/2026 moves private sector bribery from the Labour Law into the Penal Code, in force since 29 June 2026. An offer is punishable even if refused, with direct compliance implications.
Shaping Our Careers with Intention
MRB Law Firm joined the Shaping Our Careers with Intention panel hosted by Omaniat Legal Counsels, bringing together women in law across Oman to discuss career development, leadership and mentorship.
Oman Commercial Arbitration Centre
New identity
Oman’s Commercial Arbitration Centre: Honouring Tradition, Advancing Arbitration
MRB Law Firm attended the launch of the Oman Commercial Arbitration Centre’s new identity, drawn from the traditional Omani Barza and its values of dialogue, consultation and consensus-building.
MRB Law Firm Delivers Legal & IP Session for OMANTEL Accelerator Cohort 7
Maram Al Balushi delivered a legal and intellectual property workshop for Omantel Accelerator Cohort 7, covering startup governance, contracts, compliance and data privacy as ventures scale.