Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global 2025 Winners Pay Courtesy Visit to First Lady Liza Marcos

The prestigious Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global 2025 recently celebrated its grand winners, Byron Sng (孙伟伦) from Malaysia and Khrys Go (陳世美) from the Philippines. In an exciting and momentous occasion, the winners, along with key figures from CHiNOY TV, had the honor of meeting the First Lady of the Philippines, Marie Louise “Liza” Cacho Araneta Marcos last February 07, 2025 (Friday).

CHiNOY TV, the organizer of Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global, was well represented at the meeting. Accompanying the winners were Loraine Tan, Chief Operating Officer of CHiNOY TV, Henry Tan, Chairman of CHiNOY TV, Alyssa Young (杨利莎), Senior Marketing Executive for Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global, and Mikko Araneta (俊杰), Executive Director of Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global. The highly anticipated meeting with the First Lady was a mix of nervousness and excitement for all attendees, as they eagerly awaited her arrival.

From Left to Right:  Alyssa Young, Senior Marketing Executive for Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global,  Mikko Araneta, Executive Director of Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global, Byron Sng, Mr. Chinatown Global 2025, the First Lady of the Philippines, Marie Louise “Liza” Cacho Araneta Marcos, Loraine Tan, COO of CHiNOY TV, Henry Tan, Chairman of CHiNOY TV, Khryss Go, Ms. Chinatown Global 2025, Mikki Araneta, Board Member of Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global

While waiting, the staff warmly welcomed the group and guided them to the terrace, where the meet-up took place. The walk to the terrace was an experience in itself, with the hallway adorned with beautiful paintings and various artworks. Upon reaching the terrace, the group was greeted by a serene atmosphere filled with lush greenery and comfortable seating arrangements.

As soon as the First Lady arrived, everyone stood up to greet her, embracing the warmth of the moment. The atmosphere was delightful, complemented by pleasant weather, which added to the charm of the occasion. The First Lady extended her congratulations to Byron Sng (孙伟伦) and Khrys Go (陳世美) for their well-deserved victories, as well as to CHiNOY TV for successfully hosting such a remarkable pageant.

From Left to Right, Byron Sng, Mr. Chinatown Global 2025, the First Lady of the Philippines, Marie Louise “Liza” Cacho Araneta Marcos, and Khryss Go, Ms. Chinatown Global 2025

During the meeting, they engaged in discussions on various topics, including the significance of the Chinese-Filipino community and the Chinese communities worldwide in fostering cultural exchange and empowerment. The winners shared their experiences in the competition, their advocacies, and their aspirations moving forward. The First Lady expressed her appreciation for the pageant’s role in promoting cultural unity and excellence among the global Chinese-Filipino community.

To commemorate the occasion, Loraine Tan presented the First Lady with a special ornament, serving as a reminder of the memorable meet-up. Following the engaging conversation, everyone enjoyed snacks together, capping off a truly memorable gathering.The meeting not only served as a celebration of the winners but also reinforced the significance of cultural representation and leadership within the Chinese-Filipino community and the broader Chinese communities worldwide.

With this prestigious encounter, Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global further cements its position as a platform that goes beyond beauty and talent, highlighting unity, advocacy, and cultural pride on a global stage.