TAIWAN ROC TO HOST THE MISTER INTERNATIONAL PAGEANT FOR A SECOND YEAR

Singapore – June 25, 2009 - Alan Sim, President of the Mister Singapore Organization, announced today that Taiwan ROC will host the MISTER INTERNATIONAL 2009 pageant. The premier male pageant, featuring some of the world's most handsome men, will take place in Taiwan ROC on Saturday, December 19, 2009 from 8 - 10 p.m..

"Both business and tourism sectors in Taiwan ROC has shown exceptional growth in recent years," said Sim. "In 2008, the MISTER INTERNATIONAL pageant marked the first event of its kind to be held in Taiwan ROC. I am very happy once again to have the MISTER INTERNATIONAL pageant be the channel for such an historic event for another successive year."

"The people of Taiwan ROC are very proud and excited to have another opportunity to host some of the most handsome men in the world in some the most beautiful places in the world," said Christine Huang, the President of the MISTER INTERNATIONAL 2009 Organizing Committee in Taiwan ROC. "We believe that the beauty, culture and hospitality of Taiwan ROC will once again perfectly complement the pageant. We look forward to showing the contestants and the world this exciting, vibrant and picturesque country for another year."

Vietnamese native Ngo Tien Doan, MISTER INTERNATIONAL 2008 will crown his successor at the conclusion of the pageant. During his term, he travels and appears on the media extensively to speak about his role as the Titleholder. The newly crowned MISTER INTERNATIONAL will also go on to do the same.

Each contestant from more than 35 countries around the world will be judged in three categories: swimwear, evening wear and interview as they vie for the coveted title of MISTER INTERNATIONAL 2009.

ABOUT THE MISTER SINGAPORE ORGANIZATION
The Mister Singapore Organization, producer of the MISTER SINGAPORE and MISTER INTERNATIONAL pageants, is an international company that advances and supports today's men. Utilizing its nationwide grass roots infrastructure, the Mister Singapore Organization is committed to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness. By forging relationships with organizations committed to research and education, such as Action for AIDS, the men who champion these causes during their term personify the combination of handsomeness and intelligence that defines the 21st Century. For more information, visit: www.MisterSingapore.Org.

ABOUT TAIWAN ROC
Taiwan ROC lies on the western edge of the Pacific "rim of fire," and continuous tectonic movements have created majestic peaks, rolling hills and plains, basins, coastlines, and other wonders. The country also sees climates of many types: tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate, providing clear differentiation between the different seasons. There are about 18,400 species of wildlife on the island, with more than 20% belonging to rare or endangered species; among these are the land-locked salmon, Taiwan mountain goat, Formosan rock monkey, Formosan black bear, blue magpie, Mikado pheasant, Hsuehshan grass lizard, and many more.

The government has established 7 national parks and 13 national scenic areas to preserve the country's best natural ecological environment and cultural sites. Take a hike in the splendor and sheer heights of the cliffs at Taroko Gorge; take a ride on the Alishan train - one of only 3 mountain railways in the world - and experience the breathtaking sunset and sea of clouds; hike up to the summit of Northeast Asia's highest peak, Jade Mountain. You can also soak up the sun in Kending, Asia's version of Hawaii; stand at the edge of Sun Moon Lake; traipse through the East Rift Valley; or visit the offshore islands of Kinmen and Penghu. It is fun in capital letters as well as an awesome journey of natural discovery!

The cultural aspects are also not to be missed. The blending of Hakka, Taiwanese, indigenous people and mainland Chinese cultures has produced a rich plethora of cultural and social color. Whether it is religion, architecture, language, living habits, or food, it is just one big exciting melting pot! Food is the best representative of this cultural mixing and matching. Aside from cuisines from different parts of the mainland such as Zhejiang, Hunan, Guangdong, Yunnan, Shanghai, Beijing, Sichuan, and others, there is also the local Taiwanese cuisine as well as the local delicacies of each area.

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PRESS CONTACTS:

Melissa Wang
Manager, Public Relations
The Mister Singapore Organization
MSOPR@MisterSingapore.Org

Alan Sim
President
The Mister Singapore Organization
65.9010.0872
Alan@MisterSingapore.Org