Hannah Arnold was more than shocked hearing about the cancellation of the 2021 edition of Miss International.
She was upset.
However, after discussing it with loved ones, Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Incorporated (BPCI), and her Miss International sisters from all around the world, she has since realized it’s in the best interest of the organization amid the pandemic.
"I will definitely use this reign to grow more, focus on my advocacy work and most importantly pursue the goal of 'cheering all women,'" she promised.
Then added: "Let’s remind ourselves that a new month means a new beginning, a new mindset and a new result. First, let’s start the BER months with a little laugh in the rain."
Recall that the organizers of Miss International released the official statement of International Cultural Association Chairperson Akemi Shimomura on social media.
It read:
"Thank you for your continued support of the Miss International Beauty Pageant.
"Taking into consideration the health and safety issues, as well as the ongoing global impact caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic, we have come to a conclusion to cancel this year’s Miss International 2021 pageant, which was originally scheduled to be held this fall.
"We would like to express our deepest regret especially to the participants from all over the world, and to all those who have been supporting our event every year. We humbly ask for your understanding in light of this unusual circumstance which is beyond our control.
"The next edition, dubbed as the 60th Miss International Beauty Pageant, is scheduled to be held in the fall of 2022. Details of which will be announced in due time.
"Rest assured that through our slogan “Cheer All Women” we are still committed on pursuing our goal of supporting all women, and continuing with the legacy of this beauty pageant, which is to promote “friendship and goodwill with other countries in the world” and the “realization of world peace through international exchange”.
"We sincerely hope for your continued support and cooperation."