Catalina Duque from Colombia Wins Miss International 2025
Catalina Duque from Colombia.
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NEED TO KNOW
- Miss International 2025 has crowned its newest winner
- Last year’s 2024 winner was Huỳnh Thị Thanh Thủy, the first-ever Vietnamese winner of the Miss International competition
- The pageant was held in Tokyo, Japan, on November 27
In a stunning display of talent and poise, Catalina Duque from Colombia was crowned Miss International 2025 on November 27, 2025. The competition took place at Yoyogi National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, where Duque triumphed over 80 contestants from around the globe.
The Miss International pageant, founded in 1960 in Long Beach, California, showcases beauty along with social awareness and cultural exchange. This year’s event featured a variety of competitions, including swimsuit and evening gown segments, followed by public speaking initiatives from the top 10 finalists focused on sustainable development goals.
Andrea Rubio, Venezuela’s previous Miss International winner, served as a host for this year’s event, alongside Momi Okada, Miss International Japan 2019, and Max Powers.
Catalina Duque from Colombia.
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Last year’s winner, Huỳnh Thị Thanh Thủy from Vietnam, became the country’s first representative to take the crown during the 2024 pageant. This continuity of success is reflective of the pageant’s emphasis on empowering women from various backgrounds.
Miss International 2024, Thanh Thủy.
Thanh Thủy/Instagram
This year’s competition has surfaced amidst broader discussions within the world of pageantry, prompted by recent controversies surrounding the Miss Universe event. Disputes related to leadership and contestant transparency led to significant resignations, including that of judge Omar Harfouch, who cited concerns over fairness and transparency.
Miss International 2025 contestants.
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As the pageant scene evolves, the commitment to celebrating cultural diversity and social initiatives continues to remain strong, with events like Miss International leading the way.
