Eurovision Song Contest is expanding with an Asian edition later this year

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1. The Guardian

   Eurovision expands into Asia with 10-nation song contest ↗ (opens The Guardian)

   Published Mar 30, 2026

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   As the original event faces discord and boycotts on its 70th anniversary, Bangkok will host the inaugural spin-off

2. The Republic

   Eurovision Song Contest is expanding with an Asian edition later this year ↗ (opens The Republic)

   Published Mar 30, 2026

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   BANGKOK (AP) — The music spectacle Eurovision is holding its first Asian edition in Bangkok later this year. The Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 has confirmed artists from at least 10 countries across Asia competing: Thailand, South Korea, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Bangla…

3. NBC News

   Eurovision, the glitzy contest where music meets politics, is adding an Asian edition ↗ (opens NBC News)

   Published Mar 30, 2026

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   The Eurovision Song Contest said Tuesday that it will hold its first-ever Asia edition in Bangkok on Nov. 14.

4. Deadline

   Eurovision Confirms First Asian Edition With Bangkok Set To Host ↗ (opens Deadline)

   Published Mar 30, 2026

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   The first Asian Eurovision Song Contest has been confirmed, and the bright lights and steamy surroundings of Thailand's capital Bangkok will host.

5. Variety

   Eurovision Song Contest Set to Launch in Asia With Bangkok as Host City ↗ (opens Variety)

   Published Mar 30, 2026

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   Bangkok has been announced as the first host city of the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia.