BBC's Jonathan Head reports from the first ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia in Bangkok.
The Philippines has won Asia's first ever Eurovision Song Contest with 19-year-old singer Carmelle and her women's empowerment anthem, Sobra-Sobra.
She received 211 points in total to win what was a nail biter to the end.
Despite its success with fans, the future of Asia's Eurovision depends on a huge commitment from broadcasters and sponsors.
The BBC's South East Asia correspondent Jonathan Head reports from Bangkok.
The Philippines has won Asia's first ever Eurovision Song Contest with 19-year-old singer Carmelle and her women's empowerment anthem, Sobra-Sobra. She received 211 points in total to win what was a nail biter to the end. Despite its success with fans, the future of Asia's Eurovision depends on a huge commitment from broadcasters and sponsors. The BBC's South East Asia correspondent Jonathan Head reports from Bangkok.
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