Saudi Arabia: Alqahtani’s Instagram announcement sparks nationwide excitement.
Saudi Arabia is poised to enter the global beauty pageant arena with Rumy Alqahtani representing the Kingdom at the esteemed Miss Universe 2024 event.
Hailing from Riyadh, the 27-year-old model and influencer is set to make history as Saudi Arabia’s first Miss Universe contestant.
With a strong social media presence of one million followers on Instagram, Alqahtani’s announcement generated excitement nationwide.
Despite Saudi Arabia’s conservative traditions, her participation reflects the Kingdom’s evolving stance under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud’s leadership.
Alqahtani’s previous international appearances, including the Miss and Mrs Global Asian event in Malaysia, have showcased her elegance and confidence on the world stage.
This move signals Saudi Arabia’s commitment to cultural diversity and women’s empowerment globally.
In an Instagram post, Alqahtani expressed gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing Saudi Arabia’s debut at Miss Universe as a significant milestone.