The DLD order on temporary suspension of the importation or transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the United States of America to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Subtype H5N1)

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2024-08-02
G/SPS/N/THA/754

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 26 April 2024, the suspension for the importation or transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the United States of America, has expired on 26 July 2024. However, the WOAH reported Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of the United States of America. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By the virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation or transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the United States of America is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

Avian Influenza; Animal health; Zoonoses; Animal diseases