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European Broadcasting Union

The alliance of public broadcasters that runs the contest.

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is an alliance of public service media organisations, founded in 1950 and based in Geneva, that organises the Eurovision Song Contest. As of 2026 it has 115 member organisations from 57 countries plus associate members. It owns and runs the Eurovision and Euroradio networks that carry major broadcasts live to its members, and the daily Eurovision news exchange.

Quick Facts

Members: 115 member organisations (in 57 countries)
Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
Predecessor: International Broadcasting Union
Formation: 12 February 1950
Leader: Delphine Ernotte
Language: English, French

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