Hanoi: Nearly 120 contestants for the 73rd Miss World pageant were announced at a press conference in the northern port city of Hai Phong. Chairwoman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation Julia Morley CBE and Miss World 2021 Karolina Bielawska attended the event, among others.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the announcement marks a significant step in the preparations for the upcoming international beauty pageant. The event gathered attention from various media outlets and pageant enthusiasts as it unveiled the contenders vying for the coveted title of Miss World 2026.

The press conference highlighted the diverse backgrounds of the contestants, setting the stage for an exciting competition. The presence of notable figures such as Julia Morley and Karolina Bielawska added prestige to the event, underscoring the importance of the Miss World pageant in promoting cultural exchange and global unity.