Nation Song Contest 196

The 196th edition of the Nation Song Contest will be held in Rahasia-Diati following its win in Serenes in the previous edition.
Perryfornia and Redwood Republic both withdrew, while Riya-Sampetrina returned.
Vylkuzeme took its maiden victory with "Flower Maiden" by Dzima, edging out second-place Oussou Empire by 7 points in a close race. Completing the top 6 were Serenes, Aimūlli, Kimmystan and New Bander State.