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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jintamas Saksornchai

Eurovision song contest launches first-ever Asian edition in Bangkok

The iconic music spectacle Eurovision is set to launch its inaugural Asian edition in Bangkok later this year, marking a significant expansion for the long-running song contest.

The Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 has already confirmed participants from at least 10 nations across the continent, including Thailand, South Korea, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, with more expected to join ahead of the November finale.

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