Sasha Lali-Belle Lacuna

 BPCI holds send-off event for Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2026

By Earl D.C. Bracamonte

The Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) held a media send-off for reigning Binibining Pilipinas Sasha Lali-Belle Lacuna, at the Cinema C of the Wolfgang Premiere Lounge in Araneta City; prior to her departure for the international finals in Thailand.

“Sashi is one of the most courageous women I have known. She is driven but composed and calm. She makes people feel loved. Shine your light, Sashi! Enjoy your journey,” shared reigning Binibining Pilipinas International Gwendolyn Soriano, in her message.

The Philippines won the Globe crown twice before. First with Ann Colis in 2015 and then in 2021 with Maureen Montagne. 

“It’s helpful that the Miss Globe is three months after the national pageant. So I feel like I’m still in pageant mode, and my training has not stopped. There are a lot of changes with the Miss Globe, especialky in its change of pageant venue,” ehthused Sashi.

In the past, the Miss Globe finals was always held in Tirana, Albania. This year, for the first time, it moved the venue to Thailand.

“I’ve seen how dedicated you are all the time. I remember you were always scribbling something in your notebook during our Sunday training with Aces & Queens camp. You deserve it all,” said Binibining Pilipinas 2026 1st runner-up Julianne Rainne Antonio.

While Maricar Balagtas also won a Miss Globe crown in 2001, it was with an organization having a different owner from the Deliart Association, that’s based in Tirana, Albania.

“You have an army to help and support you,” well-wished Binibining Pilipinas 2026 2nd runner-up Tracy Mae Sunio.

“I have a global perspective and easily connect with people from various backgrounds. Every woman is capable of global connection,” said Sashi, when asked why she should be the next Miss Globe winner.

The 2026 Miss Globe coronation night will unfold on November 5 in the island of Phuket in Thailand. Stay tuned!