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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2024-02-01
G/SPS/N/THA/706

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 2 October 2023, the suspension for importation or transit of live domestic pig and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Philippines, has expired on 1 January 2024. However, the WOAH has reported a continued an outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of the Philippines. 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 pig and wild pigs and their carcasses from the Philippines is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

African swine fever (ASF); Food safety; Human health; Animal diseases; Animal health