The DLD order on temporary suspension of the importation or transit of cattle and buffalo and their products and their products under the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015) from Myanmar

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2024-03-08
G/SPS/N/THA/722

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 24 November 2023, the suspension for the importation or transit of Foot and Mouth Disease in Myanmar since 26 November 2023 has expired on 24 February 2024. However, Myanmar have no self-declaration for the recovery of country freedom from Foot and Mouth Disease from the WOAH. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Foot and Mouth Disease into the country. By virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558, the importation or transit of cattle and buffalo and their products under the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015) from Myanmar is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 24 February 2024 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

Animal health; Animal diseases; Foot and mouth disease