First runner-up of Miss World Vietnam 2025, Le Phuong Khanh Nhu, will represent Vietnam at the Miss International 2026 pageant. Previously, beauty fans predicted Huynh Tran Y Nhi would be chosen.

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On the evening of April 22, the official license holder of the pageant in Vietnam announced that beauty Khanh Nhu – first runner-up of Miss World Vietnam 2025 – will go to Japan to compete in Miss International 2026. She is the first beauty in the top 3 of Miss World Vietnam 2025 to be sent to an international competition.

“The first thing Nhu thought of was not pressure but gratitude. Grateful to be trusted to step onto the world beauty arena.

Nhu knows she still has many things to improve, and this makes her excited. Nhu is sure that she is not going alone but carries the trust and expectations of those who have accompanied her, especially the audience,” Khanh Nhu shared.

    Earlier, the organizing committee announced a list of five potential candidates for this year’s Miss International pageant.

    Notably, in this list was Miss Y Nhi. She was the only titleholder among the five candidates and was placed in the central position.

    The other four candidates on this list included: Le Phuong Khanh Nhu – first runner-up of Miss World Vietnam 2025, Truong Tam Nhu – second runner-up of Miss World Vietnam 2025, Do Thi Phuong Thanh – first runner-up of Miss National Vietnam 2024, and Nguyen Thi Cam Ly – second runner-up of Miss National Vietnam 2024.

    After the list announcement, the majority of beauty fans supported Miss Y Nhi to continue representing Vietnam at Miss International 2026.

    Meanwhile, runner-up Khanh Nhu and Cam Ly also received many nominations as worthy representatives for Vietnam at Miss International 2026.

    According to the organizing committee, Khanh Nhu is expected to depart for Japan in November this year. The final night will be held on November 25 at Tokyo Dome City Hall.

    Le Phuong Khanh Nhu was born in 2004, comes from Khanh Hoa, and is currently a student at Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics.

    She is an active student, participating in activities, and has won several awards in MC and translation fields.

    Khanh Nhu has been working as a professional bilingual MC, having collaborated with the German Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City.

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    Japan

    Japan is an island nation in East Asia with a rich history spanning thousands of years, from its early imperial era and samurai culture to its rapid modernization during the Meiji Restoration. Its cultural sites, such as ancient temples in Kyoto, the Itsukushima Shrine, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, reflect a blend of Shinto and Buddhist traditions, as well as resilience after World War II. Today, Japan is known for seamlessly combining its historical heritage with cutting-edge technology and global pop culture.

    Tokyo Dome City Hall

    Tokyo Dome City Hall is a multi-purpose entertainment complex in Tokyo, Japan, adjacent to the iconic Tokyo Dome stadium. Originally built in 1988 as a roller skating rink, it was later renovated and reopened in 2009 as a concert and event venue known for its distinctive, futuristic design. Today, it hosts a variety of performances, from live music to comedy shows, and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

    Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics

    Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics (UEH) is a leading public university in Vietnam, originally established in 1976 as the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City. It grew out of the earlier Faculty of Economics and Commerce, which had been part of the University of Saigon since the 1950s. Today, UEH is a multidisciplinary institution known for its strong focus on business, economics, and management education.

    German Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City

    The German Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City serves as Germany’s diplomatic mission in southern Vietnam, reflecting the strong bilateral ties between the two nations. Established after German reunification in 1990, the consulate has facilitated trade, cultural exchange, and consular services, building on a history of German-Vietnamese relations that date back to the Cold War era. Its presence underscores Germany’s role as a key European partner in Vietnam’s economic development and regional cooperation.