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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2024-08-02
G/SPS/N/THA/746

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 26 April 2024, the suspension for the importation or transit of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Republic of Korea, has expired on 26 July 2024. However, the WOAH has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of the Republic of Korea. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By the virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation or transit of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Republic of Korea is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

Animal health; Animal diseases; African swine fever (ASF); Zoonoses