Miss Earth PH candidate defends advocacy on national issues

Miss Earth 2025 candidate Joy Barcoma defended her decision to use her pageant time to speak about national issues, particularly the plight of victims of Typhoon Tino in Cebu.

Barcoma expressed her frustration on Facebook towards critics who prioritized her "airtime" during the Q&A portion over the country's current situation.

She stated that she would gladly give up a crown if it meant standing up for her country and its people.

Barcoma emphasized her commitment to using any available platform to speak for the Philippines until their voices are heard.

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