The contest at MGM Grand Garden brings together 32 ethnic Vietnamese from all over the world.
They were selected after several rounds, including question-and-answer rounds and performances in ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress), evening gowns and swimsuits.
The contestants will compete for cash awards of US$22,000 and other prizes.
Many popular Vietnamese singers and the fashion designer Cory Couture will take part in the event.
Miss Vietnam Global is organized by MFC Media, Inc. of the US.
In related news, Miss Vietnam 1990 Nguyen Dieu Hoa was named one of the five most beautiful women at this year’s Mrs. World pageant.
With her perfect command of Russian, Hoa, 39, won the hearts of the audience in Kaliningrad, Russia, where the event was held on June 29.
Hoa is a master’s degree holder and speaks five foreign languages fluently.
Next year’s Mrs. World pageant will be held in Vung Tau.
Reported by Da Ly |