The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from Bulgaria to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2020-11-16
G/SPS/N/THA/353

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 5 June 2020, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Bulgaria has expired on 3 September 2020. However, There are reported  a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in area of Bulgaria. 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 Bulgaria is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (2 October 2020).

Keywords

Animal diseases; African swine fever (ASF); Animal health; Pest- or Disease- free Regions / Regionalization