Thirty contestants from Southeast Asian countries have gathered in Tuy Hoa city of the south central province of Phu Yen to join the finale of the Miss Friendship of ASEAN 2017 that takes place from June 15 to July 2.

Contestants of the pageant

The contestants are winners and runner-ups of national or regional beauty contests.

Within the framework of the pageant, contestants will visit a number of local historical sites and landscapes where they will join activities to promote the destinations, explore the culture and food of the locality, and take part in social welfare activities.

After finishing fast track competitions, including bikini, traditional costumes and talent, the contestants will take part in a gala night at 20:00pm on July 1 in Sao Mai Theatre in Tuy Hoa.

The Miss Friendship of ASEAN is a regional contest that aims to seek a face representing the spirit of friendship and peace among ASEAN member countries. This is also a chance to introduce the land and people of Vietnam and Phu Yen in particular to foreign friends in the ASEAN and the world.

The pageant is also part of activities to mark the 50th founding anniversary of the ASEAN (August 8, 1967-2017).

VNA