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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2023-11-29
G/SPS/N/THA/695

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 4 August 2023, the suspension for the importation or transit of live domestic pig and wild pigs and their carcasses from Italy since 6 August 2023, has expired on 4 November 2023. However, the WOAH has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of Italy. 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 and wild pigs and their carcasses from Italy is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette .

Keywords

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