Vietnam’s Miss Bao Ngoc (R) on the Miss World 2026 sash ceremony in Hai Phong, August 13, 2026. Picture: Provided
The Miss World 2026 organizing board on Thursday held a press convention within the metropolis to introduce the contestants competing for the Miss World 2026 crown.
The spotlight of the occasion was the sash ceremony, formally marking the beginning of the worldwide contestants’ journey within the Miss World 2026 competitors.
Representing nations and territories around the globe, the 111 contestants obtained their Miss World 2026 sashes and commenced their Hai Phong itinerary on the identical day, with actions scheduled by way of August 20.
Hai Phong is likely one of the Vietnamese localities internet hosting key actions of the 73rd Miss World pageant, which is being held in Vietnam.
Vietnam marks its debut as host of the worldwide pageant, a transfer anticipated to spice up tourism and highlight Vietnamese tradition on the world stage.
Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, winner of Miss Intercontinental 2022, represents Vietnam on the 73rd Miss World in 2026.

Representing Vietnam on the 73rd Miss World in 2026 is Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, winner of Miss Intercontinental 2022.
The contestants are divided into a number of teams for experiences and filming at locations throughout Hai Phong on Friday and Saturday.
Their itinerary features a mangrove forest, Thuy Tinh Water Park and Dragon Seaside, providing alternatives to showcase town’s pure points of interest and promote its tourism.
Additionally, the contestants are set to reveal their skills in music, dance, efficiency, portray, and conventional arts on the Expertise Audition on Sunday.
These chosen will advance to the Expertise Present.
As a part of the competition, the Chef Magnificence program will happen on Monday subsequent week with the participation of ambassadors’ wives.
The culinary change will give the contestants a chance to find out about Vietnamese elements, dishes, and meals tradition whereas introducing distinctive culinary traditions from their very own nations.




The beauties from many nations and territories worldwide on the Miss World 2026 sash ceremony in Hai Phong Metropolis, northern Vietnam, August 13, 2026. Picture: Provided
As scheduled, Dragon Seaside will host Vietnam Magnificence Style Fest XVI on August 18, with the occasion incorporating the High Mannequin competitors.
The spherical will assess the contestants’ runway efficiency, poise, stage presence, potential to command the catwalk, and talent in showcasing vogue.
The Hai Phong leg of the journey will conclude with the Sport Problem on August 19.
The exercise is geared toward emphasizing bodily health, coordination, teamwork, and the contestants’ potential to adapt to an energetic setting.
The Miss World 2026 delegation will then journey to Nha Trang, a well-liked vacationer vacation spot of the south-central province of Khanh Hoa.
The contestants will proceed to participate within the Head to Head Problem, Expertise Present, closed-door interviews, Dances of the World, and actions below the Magnificence With A Objective initiative.
The Miss World 2026 grand remaining is scheduled for September 5.