DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Australia to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Serotype H7N7)

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 17 September 2020, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Australia has expired on 16 December 2020. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Serotype H7N7 in the area of Australia. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Australia is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (10 February 2021).