Binational Music Fest 2

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**Binational Music Fest 2**, often referred to as **BMF 2**, is the second edition of the Binational Music Fest, It took place in the United Korea, following the country's victory in the 1st edition with Odd Eye Circle and their song "Sweet Crazy Love". This is the first time that the country hosted the contest.

A record of twenty-four countries participated in the second edition. Islamic Republic of America, Lakraine, Malvinas Falkland Guadeloupe, Philitan, Singaponce, Spaigal, Swedend, Turkerland and US Virgin Man made their debut appearance. However, Azermania, Geormany, Greend, Republic of Montenegro and Swenmark withdrew from the competition.

The winner was Cakhstan with the song "Lenty" by Nazima which scored 123 points, winning by a margin of 5 points in front of Norwarland. The podium was completed by Nethekistan, which finished on the third place. United Korea, the host country placed seventh.

## Location

### Host city

*Further information on the host city: Seoul*

**Seoul** (Korean: 서울; lit. 'Capital'), officially the **Seoul Special City**, is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. Seoul has a population of 9.7 million people, and forms the heart of the Seoul Capital Area with the surrounding Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi province. Seoul was the world's 4th largest metropolitan economy in 2014 after Tokyo, New York City and Los Angeles. In 2017, the cost of living in Seoul was ranked the 6th highest globally.

With technology hubs centered in Gangnam and Digital Media City, the Seoul Capital Area is home to the headquarters of 14 Fortune Global 500 companies, including Samsung, LG, and Hyundai. The metropolis exerts a major influence in regional affairs as one of the five leading hosts of global conferences; as of 2018 it was ranked 3rd in the world after Singapore (1st) and Brussels (2nd). Seoul has hosted the 1986 Asian Games, 1988 Summer Olympics, 2002 FIFA World Cup (with Japan), and the 2010 G-20 Seoul summit.

Seoul was the capital of various Korean states, including Baekje, Joseon, the Korean Empire, Goryeo (as a secondary capital), and presently South Korea. Strategically located along the Han River, Seoul's history stretches back over two thousand years, when it was founded in 18 BC by the people of Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. The city was later designated the capital of Korea under the Joseon dynasty. Seoul is surrounded by a mountainous and hilly landscape, with Bukhan Mountain located on the northern edge of the city. The Seoul Capital Area contains five UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Changdeok Palace, Hwaseong Fortress, Jongmyo Shrine, Namhansanseong and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty.

### Venue

*Further information on the host venue: Olympic Gymnastics Arena*

The **Olympic Gymnastics Arena** (Korean: 올림픽체조경기장), also known as the **KSPO Dome** since 2018, is an indoor arena located within the Olympic Park in Seoul, South Korea. It was constructed between 31 August 1984 and 30 April 1986, to host the gymnastics competitions at the 1988 Summer Olympics. It has a capacity of 15,000. The roof was designed by David H. Geiger. It is a self-supporting cable dome – the first of its kind ever built – with a four-layer fabric cladding.

Since the Olympics it has hosted a variety of events, notably as a concert venue for both South Korean and international artists.

## Results

The final took place on 30 April 2021. Twenty-four countries participated, with all participating countries eligible to vote. The results show took place on 8 May 2021.

**Note**

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## Detailed voting results

#### 12 points

Below is a summary of the maximum 12 points awarded by each country's vote in the contest:

A total of 13 countries received at least one set of 12 points during the third edition. An eventual winner, Cakhstan, received full marks from only three countries. However, the greatest number of countries awarded 12 points to Asexual England - six countries. The host country, United Korea, received 12 points from one country - Tuzstan.

## Other countries

*Further information: List of countries in the Binational Music Fest*

* Azermenia: The broadcaster announced the country would not participate in the 2nd edition, citing poor results as their reason.
* Geormany: It was confirmed that the HoD step down from his position and the country would not participate.
* Greend: The broadcaster failed to confirm their participation within the deadline and was forced to withdraw.
* Republic of Montenegro: The broadcaster announced they would not participate in the 2nd edition.
* Swenmark: The broadcaster failed to confirm their participation within the deadline and was forced to withdraw.