The DLD order on temporary suspension of the importation or transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Indonesia to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Subtype H5N1)

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 4 August 2023, the suspension for the importation or transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Indonesia since 6 August 2023, has expired on 4 November 2023. However, the WOAH has reported that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is an endemic disease in Indonesia. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation or transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Indonesia is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette.