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Youth From 13 Nations Compete at Teen Star International 2026

Youth from 13 countries competed at Teen Star International 2026 in Chiang Mai last month, with 35 contestants showcasing talent across six categories in the seventh edition of the prestigious global pageant.

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Starfighter Co., Ltd., headed by Alongkot Sangkahapon, is organizing the seventh consecutive Teen Star International 2026 competition on a grand scale, cementing its position as one of the world's premier youth pageants with the highest number of international participants. This year features 35 youth representatives from 13 countries around the globe who have traveled to exchange cultures and demonstrate their talents on a stage of friendship.

The competition will be held in Chiang Mai Province from June 30 to July 7, 2025. Contestants will experience the charm of Lanna arts and culture and tour significant attractions while contributing to Thailand's economic and tourism development. Finals will be held on July 5, 2025, at the Kuang International Conference and Exhibition Center in Chiang Mai.

Winners of all six categories are:

TEEN STAR INTERNATIONAL 2026 WINNERS A Girls: Bethanie Emmairah (Philippines) B Girls: Hanya Hussen (Thailand) C Girls: Anyya Aronya Auttaen (Thailand) D Girls: Pochratida Suksamran (Thailand) A Boys: Thara Netprapai (Thailand) C Boys: Phuthanes Sangchina (Thailand)

Watch the global competition live on YouTube: Starfighter. A follow-up event, Kids Star International 2026, will bring together youth from around the world again in December.

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