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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 19 January 2024, the suspension for the importation or transit of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from Indonesia has expired on 19 April 2024.However, the WOAH has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of Indonesia. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By 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 Indonesia is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette.