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BANGKOK — Eurovision Song Contest Asia has named all 11 contestants for its inaugural edition in Thailand, with Cambodia becoming the final country to select its representative for the regional music competition. The contest, modelled after the Eurovision Song Contest, brings together broadcasters from across the Asia-Pacific region, with artists representing their respective countries. The […]

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BANGKOK — Eurovision Song Contest Asia has announced its lineup of 11 contestants for the inaugural edition in Thailand, with Cambodia naming its representative last. The contest, modeled after the Eurovision Song Contest, gathers broadcasters from across the Asia‑Pacific, each sending an artist to represent their nation. The show will be held at the One Bangkok Forum on Saturday, 14 November, the first time the Eurovision format has been staged in Asia.

The participants are: - Bangladesh: Beatmosphere performing “Tumi ele” - Bhutan: Nyendra with “Lhayi semo” - Cambodia: Monetrey singing “I Let You Go" - Laos: Thinla performing “Bae” - Malaysia: Aina Abdul with “Bluest Sky" - Mongolia: Beck performing “Chamguigeer (Without You)" - Nepal: Pratik Himal Rai presenting “Ananta maya" - Philippines: Carmelle performing “Sobra‑Sobra" - South Korea: Junhee with “Deep Dive" - Thailand: Mang and Daou performing “Aroma" - Vietnam: Tóc Tiên singing “Em Tiên"

With all 11 acts confirmed, the competitors will vie for the inaugural title in Bangkok, showcasing a mix of artists and musical styles from across Asia. The Facebook page for Eurovision Song Contest Asia provides further details. The original Eurovision Song Contest has grown into an international music event where broadcasters select national entrants; the Asian edition follows the same country‑based format, introducing the concept to a new regional audience.

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