MU EAST RESPONSE TO THE PUBLIC STATEMENT DATED 8 SEPTEMBER 2026

MU East is aware of the public statement issued on 8 September 2026 about Mr. Nawat Itsaragrisil and Miss Universe Eastern.

JKN Universe LLC, which does business as the Miss Universe Organization, has an equal 50:50 ownership structure between MU East and MU West through JKN Legacy Inc. Neither side should present its own views as the agreed position of the whole Organization.

The statement issued on 8 September was not reviewed or approved by MU East. MU East does not agree with the claims made about MU East, its business arrangements or Mr. Itsaragrisil’s role.

Mr. Nawat Itsaragrisil is the duly appointed CEO of MU East and a recognized Miss Universe franchise holder. MU East fully recognizes and supports him in both roles.

MU East will not respond with personal attacks. These matters will be handled calmly and responsibly through the proper contractual and legal processes.

MU East remains committed to the successful staging of the 75th Miss Universe Pageant in Puerto Rico. We will continue to support all National Directors, delegates, partners and stakeholders.

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