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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2024-02-01
G/SPS/N/THA/704

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 2 October 2023, the suspension for the importation or transit of live domestic pig and wild pigs and their carcasses from Poland, has expired on 1 January 2024. However, the WOAH has reported a continued an outbreak of African Swine Fever in area of Poland. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation or transit of live domestic pig and wild pigs and their carcasses from Poland is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

African swine fever (ASF); Animal diseases; Animal health; Pest- or Disease- free Regions / Regionalization