Nguyen Thanh Ha of Vietnam made history as she was crowned Miss Eco International 2023 at the finale of the international pageant held on 4th March 2023 in Cairo. The Vietnamese beauty won the first ever Miss Eco International crown for her country.
Born in 2004, from the southern province of Ben Tre, Nguyen Thanh Ha is a student at Vinschool High School in Ho Chi Minh City. Standing 170 cm tall, Nguyen Thanh Ha was crowned Miss Eco Vietnam last June where she won the opportunity to compete at Miss Eco International 2023.
Nguyen bested 64 other contestants to win the international crown. At the semi-finals, she won the environmental costume category with a design inspired by Vietnamese traditional water puppetry, earning her a special spot in the top 11. At the final night, Ha not only showed confidence and outstanding beauty in the national costume and evening gown performances, but also presented good communication skills through her oratory skills.
During the interview round, Ha delivered a persuasive answer to the judges' question about the changes of the society and the environment in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. She answered that people's mental health problems must be addressed, as well as harmful habits that cause damage to the environment.
On winning the crown, Ha remarked, “This prestigious title inspires me to work harder every day. This will also leave an unforgettable mark on my life, offer me several opportunities to connect with overseas friends and, most importantly, provide me with the motivation to further expand my career and try my best to the protect the environment.”