Basel Approves 40 Million Francs for Eurovision 2025 Funding in November 24 Vote

Nov 24, 2024, 01:37 PM

Citizens of Basel, Switzerland, have approved municipal funding for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, allowing the event to proceed as planned. The vote, held on November 24, 2024, resulted in a significant majority in favor of allocating 40 million Swiss francs to support the competition. This decision comes after a micro-party's attempt to challenge the funding through a referendum. The approval reflects a broader acceptance of the event, despite previous opposition from some groups who labeled it as 'blasphemous.' The referendum also included other local issues, but the outcome for Eurovision was particularly notable, ensuring that Basel will host the world's largest music competition in two years.