MISS ASIA-PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL 2018 WELCOME DINNER
Text and Photos by Noli A. Berioso
Thirty eight of the fifty expected delegates for Miss Asia-Pacific International were already arrived in Manila, Philippines for the 2018 edition of the pageant. One of the longest running international beauty contest in the world, early arrivals of candidates started last September 13. The welcome dinner party was held at Islas Pinas Filipino Food and Heritage Village located at Double Dragon, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. The international beauties were welcomed by MAPI President Jacqui Tan - Sainz and other officials and staff of the pageant. Preliminary events will starts on September 18 with the Press Presentation of the candidates at Conrad Hotel. The delegates will also embark to out of town for a series of activities before the grand coronation night on October 4 at the Newport Theater, Resorts World Manila.