The preliminary round and semi-finals for Miss Vietnam Ocean 2017 will be held in Hanoi on September 18 and in Ho Chi Minh City on 21.

Dang Thu Thao of Can Tho was crowned the 2014 Miss Vietnam Ocean.

The final round will take place in Ho Chi Minh City on October 28.

The winner will receive a cash prize of VND600 million, a crown worth VND3.2 billion and other valuable rewards.  

Many minor titles, including Miss Ao dai, Miss Bikini, Miss Photogenic, Miss Perfect Skin, Miss Beautiful Hair, and Miss Fashion awards will aslo be offered at the contest

Launched in 2014, the 2nd edition of Miss Vietnam Ocean beauty contest aims to raise awareness of marine environmental issues. 

Dang Thu Thao of the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho was winner of the 2014 Miss Vietnam Ocean.

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