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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 25 November 2019, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Cambodia has expired on 23 February 2020. However, there are reports a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in area in the Cambodia. 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 Cambodia is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (2 April 2020).