The Grand Prix of the children's competition within the framework of the "Slavianski Bazaar" was won by Kazakhstan. Belarus was one step short of absolute victory. Sofia Rustamova from Brest is the laureate of the first degree of the XXI International Song Contest. This year, representatives of 18 countries participated in the competition. The jury was headed by the People's Artist of Kazakhstan N. Eskalieva. Young singers pass the song baton to adult performers. Participants from 15 countries, including the USA, Germany, Italy, and Latvia, meet with members of the jury as part of the draw. Belarus will be represented by Samir Yolchiev from Orsha. The judging team will be headed by Dmitry Malikov.