Miss International Queen PH 2025: Celebrating Beauty and Inclusivity at SM MOA Arena

Forty-four candidates from regions across the country gathered to celebrate beauty in all its forms at the Miss International Queen Philippines 2025 competition held last July 9 at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena. The crowned queen, Anne Patricia Lorenzo-Diaz, will represent the Philippines at the international finals in Thailand.

The pageant is recognized as one of the affiliated branches of the largest global pageant for transgender women since its inception in 2004, continuously raising awareness for the LGBTQIA+ community and the fight against acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). This is the first time the SM MOA Arena has hosted a transgender pageant, making it a meaningful milestone for the world-class venue.

Allies in confidence and beauty

Thousands of attendees flocked to the Arena, showing their support for the event and what it represents through glamorous outfits that celebrated individuality, pride, and the vibrant spirit of the community.

Onstage with pride and purpose

With returning hosts Sean Kyle Ortega and Jervi Wrightson (KaladKaren), the pageant kicked off with electrifying energy. The Arena was filled with awe-inspiring cheers from the excited crowd. Standing with pride and purpose, the candidates aimed to get their messages heard by claiming the title and ultimately representing the nation on a global scale.

The new queen takes her first walk

As the event neared its end, the crown witnessed the last walk of Miss International Queen Philippines 2024, Sophia Nicole Arkanghel before passing on her title and crown to the new queen. With grace and pride, the newly crowned Miss International Queen Philippines 2025, Anne Patricia Lorenzo-Diaz, sashayed through the stage for the first time. The crowning moment brought tears to her eyes.

The Miss International Queen Philippines International 2025 is in partnership with Aquila Crystal Palace Inc. taking pride in bringing meaningful and inspiring event to the stage—encouraging Filipinos to embrace their identity and celebrate their self-worth.