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Sayyida Ahlam bint Tariq Al Said is a member of the Omani royal family and the spouse of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, who ascended to the throne of Oman on 2020-01-11 following the death of Sultan Qaboos bin Said. Born into the Al Said dynasty, she married Haitham bin Tariq in the late 1970s or early 1980s, and they have several children, including Sayyida Theyazen bint Haitham Al Said and Sayyid Abdullah bin Haitham Al Said. She has maintained a relatively low public profile, focusing on supporting royal duties and engaging in cultural and charitable activities within Oman. As Sultaness, her role involves patronage of initiatives related to Omani heritage, women's empowerment, and community development, and she occasionally represents the royal family in ceremonial and philanthropic capacities. Her contributions to Omani society are primarily through royal foundations and events promoting cultural preservation and social welfare, reflecting the broader influence of the Al Said family in shaping national identity and development.