MANILA -- A new queen has been named to represent the Philippines at the upcoming Miss Charm pageant.

The Miss Philippines Organization announced on Saturday the appointment of Filipino-American Kayla Jean Carter as Miss Charm Philippines 2024.

"She was one of the 10 delegates who competed for 4 titles in The Miss Philippines. She was one of the highest ranking delegates who was eligible for the titles and agreed to be considered for The Miss Philippines. In the case of the Miss Charm representative, she also needed to already possess a US Visa in order to compete in the US," the statement on Instagram read.

"As one of the highest ranking delegates who meets all other requirements, Carter was easily the best choice. Not having to worry about securing a US Visa meant that she could immediately focus on planning and preparation for the competition," it added.

Carter represented Northern California in the Miss Universe Philippines pageant last May.

The 27-year-old beauty queen finished in the Top 20 of the competition.

The announcement comes a month after Krishnah Gravidez said she will withdraw from Miss Charm 2024.

Gravidez is among the 35 candidates vying for the Miss World Philippines crown on July 19.

Pampanga's Cyrille Payumo will compete in Miss Charm 2025, following her coronation last May.

The Miss Charm 2024 pageant will be held on August 24 in the United States.