Paraguay's Ayelén Pérez Travels to Vietnam for Miss World 2026
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Ayelén Pérez, a violinist and music education graduate, will represent Paraguay at Miss World 2026 in Vietnam.
- She departed for Vietnam on August 9 to compete in the pageant, which runs until September 6.
- Pérez expressed her excitement and dedication to bringing the crown home to Paraguay.
Ayelén Pérez, a 27-year-old violinist and music education graduate, has embarked on her journey to Vietnam to represent Paraguay at the Miss World 2026 pageant. Pérez departed from Silvio Pettirossi International Airport on August 9, carrying the Paraguayan flag and aspirations to win the international crown.
The Miss World 2026 competition is scheduled to take place from August 9 to September 6 in Vietnam. Pérez shared her enthusiasm on Instagram, stating, "Vietnam, here I come! Miss World has officially begun for Paraguay!" She also added before her departure, "The journey starts now. Paraguay, this is for you."
Pérez, who previously held the title of Miss Grand Asunción 2024 and received the Miss World Paraguay 2026 crown from Yanina Gómez, aims to bring the prestigious title back to her home country. The pageant coincides with Miss World's 75th anniversary, expecting participants from over 100 countries and territories.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.