History was made at the Andaman Grand Ballroom on June 11, as Eva Moses from Papar, Sabah, was crowned the grand champion of the inaugural Miss Borneo International 2026 pageant.
The debut event brought together cultural heritage and modern empowerment on a single stage. Amanda Ho from Selangor secured the first runner-up spot, while Ang Sey Im from Kuala Krai, Kelantan, emerged as the second runner-up.
In the concurrent Elegance Universal category, Melaka’s Sophia Low bt Abdullah claimed the championship title. She was followed by first runner-up Grace Zhang of China and second runner-up Diana Emma, also representing Papar, Sabah.
The top three winners across both categories walked away with prize packages valued at RM30,000, RM20,000, and RM10,000 respectively.
The glamour-filled evening attracted a notable lineup of high-profile VVIPs, including YM Tengku Dato’ Dr Hishammuddin Zaizi, H.E. Radames Gomez Azuaje (Ambassador of Venezuela), Tan Sri Syed Mohd Yusof (better known as JoJo), Tan Sri M Kayveas, Mahadzir Tan Sri Mansor, Datuk Azlie Halim,
Determining the winners was an elite panel of honorary judges from the international pageantry and creative circuits, including:
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Asyraf Dasley (Face of Asia 2020 & Mister Tourism World 2025)
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Milky Tan (Mrs Malaysia Tourism Queen International 2019/20 & Mrs Tourism Queen of Asia 2019)
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Chris Teok (Mrs Gaia World 2024)
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Baddogz.Jin (International Award-Winning Creative Director & Brand Strategist)
The Guest of Honor, YM Tengku Dato’ Dr Hishammuddin Zaizi, commended the organizing committee’s dedication to bringing this vision to life in the capital city.
“Miss Borneo International 2026 is more than a beauty pageant—it is a platform that celebrates confidence, leadership, cultural diversity, and the empowerment of women across Borneo,” Tengku Dato’ Dr Hishammuddin noted during his address.
Sabrina Chiang, Founder & License Holder of the pageant and Founder of Diamond Crown Agency, highlighted the grander vision behind the competition.
“We are truly grateful for the unwavering support from our sponsors and collaborators who have made this event possible,” Chiang said. “Together, we continue to promote tourism, culture, friendship, and opportunities for women to shine on an international stage. The pageant also aims to showcase the rich heritage and diversity of Borneo to a wider audience.”
The landmark event concluded with strong backing from key public and private entities, including theConcorde Hotel, Medicyto Clinic, Sempoton Spa, V88, Iconique Hotel, , Chakri Palace, D’Tandoor, Starbucks, Yani Bakhtiar, Vivo, Vogue Lease, Hard Rock Cafe, Urban Pinnacle, and Vern’s.
