The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Lao People's Democratic Republic to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 24 July 2020, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Lao People's Democratic Republic has expired on 22 October 2020. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Lao People's Democratic Republic is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (15 December 2020).