Own Asiavision Song Contest 31

Own Asiavision Song Contest 31, often referred to as OASC #31, is the 31st edition of Own Asiavision Song Contest. The contest took place in TBD, Jordan, following the country's victory in the 30th edition with the song "Balaleen" by Zatara. It was the second time that Jordan had hosted the contest, having previously done so in the fourth edition. Organised by the Own Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union and host broadcaster Jordan Radio and Television Corporation, the contest was held at the TBD, and consisted of a quarter-final, two semi-finals and the final. The four live shows were hosted by TBD.

Location
Further information on the host country: Jordan

Other countries
Eligibility for potential participation in the Own Asiavision Song Contest requires a national broadcaster with active OABU membership that would be able to broadcast the contest. As in every edition, an invitation to all the members has been sent in order to confirm whether they will participate or not.
 * On 9 February 2023, 6CKI announced their interest to debut in the contest. However, they would only broadcast the event for now as they did not officially apply to get the OABU membership yet.
 * On 12 February 2023, Indonesian broadcaster TVRI confirmed that the country would withdraw this edition.
 * On 26 January 2023, Marshallese broadcaster MINTA announced the country's withdrawal after the head of delegation has resigned from his position.
 * On 8 February 2023, the Director-General of Nauruan broadcaster NTV stated that the broadcaster is aiming to apply for OABU membership and that Nauru wants to be a part of the contest. However, a debut for a new country is not possible at the moment due to the OABU limitations regarding the number of allowed countries. He also stated that they will try to apply for participation again in the following edition.
 * On 26 January 2023, New Caledonian broadcaster CanalSat Calédonie announced that viewership numbers of the grand final were the lowest they have ever been after Yelo failed to qualify to the semi-finals. Fans of the contest have been increasingly displeased with the head of delegation, and finally, CanalSat Calédonie listened to the fans, and removed them of their position.
 * On 28 January 2023, Oman's former head of delegation announced his resignation over the role and leave an opening for a new and more inspired head to take over.
 * On 13 February 2023, Palestinian broadcaster PBC confirmed that the country would not participate this edition.
 * On 13 February 2023, Papuan broadcaster NBC/PNG confirmed that the country would not participate this edition.
 * On 13 February 2023, Samoan broadcaster SBC confirmed that the country would not participate this edition.
 * On 12 February, Sri Lankan broadcaster SLBC announced that Sri Lanka would take a one edition break.
 * On 13 February 2023, Tongan broadcaster TBC confirmed that the country would not participate this edition.
 * On 13 February 2022, Yemeni broadcaster YTV confirmed that the country would not return this edition.