Miss International 2025 Catalina Duque applauds Filipina grace and authenticity during PH visit
Miss International 2025 Catalina Duque of Colombia expressed deep admiration for Filipino pageant contestants, highlighting their unique grace and authenticity during her first visit to the Philippines. Catalina, who attended a media conference at World Kitchens, Gateway Mall 2 in Araneta City on July 16, emphasized the innate elegance and intelligence of Filipinas, qualities she believes set them apart in the world of beauty pageants. "From my experience here in the Philippines, every woman I've met has been beautiful. The grace that Filipinas possess is unmatched in my lifetime. You are elegant, intelligent, well-educated, and deeply proud of your culture. This is not something taught—it is innate within you," Catalina remarked when asked for advice to aspiring Miss International contestants. She went on to say, "I believe the grace that Filipino women possess is the secret to their consistent success in beauty pageants. You captivate everyone, even us Colombian...