How prepared and competent is the Philippines to host the Miss Universe?

I believe that all is set for the pageant and that everything is 100 per cent ready. I am very confident that the 65th Miss Universe will be a success with the help of the government and it’s partners from the private sector.

Since winning the Binibining Pilipinas Universe, how is the journey so far? What are the challenges along the way?

The journey has been really great. The challenges were hard but I make sure that I learn from them. I’m so inspired because it is totally life changing. I have my own advocacy and I am more involved and aware about what is happening in the whole world and in my country.

What lessons have you learnt along the way.

I learnt that we must have our own purpose. Once we find it, we will be inspired to strive harder and reach our goals. We will also be able to inspire people’s thoughts and actions. Also, I learnt to be more understanding, since I cannot please everybody. I learnt how to handle criticisms. It’s a mindset.

What support and advice are you getting from Pia Wurtzbach and other previous Miss Universe contenders?

From Pia, she told me that, “this is you time you have to enjoy, relax and focus on your competition. I’m with you, everyone is with you in this journey.”

What’s your message to doubters?

I am very open to suggestions and to criticisms. I don’t mind people bashing me because that’s their opinion. I only want to focus on positive energy because the pageant is near.

How would you promote the Philippines among the other candidates and to foreign guests and spectators during the pageant?

In my own simple way, I will post as much as I can on social media. I can also make a series of videos and feature the locations to showcase the beauty of the Philippines.