Thirty-seven nations compete in the Eurovision Song Contest with drama happening offstage, where international politics play a role. The contest aims to bring nations together through music.
Key Points
Contest involves 37 nations with original songs under 3 minutes
Voting by expert jury, viewers, and fans worldwide
Contest founded to promote unity post-World War II
Pros
Celebrates diversity and music from various nations
Promotes unity and dialogue among European countries
Cons
Political tensions can sometimes affect the competition