Philippines wins fourth Miss Universe crown

Salvador Panelo, spokesman for President Rodrigo Duterte, said her win would put the country on the world map for its "beauty and elegance."

"In her success, Miss Philippines has shown to the world that women in our country have the ability to turn dreams into reality through passion, diligence, determination and hard work," he said.

The Philippines previously won Miss Universe titles in 2015, 1973 and 1969.

Reuters