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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2023-10-12
G/SPS/N/THA/685

Description

The WOAH reported an outbreak of Avian Influenza (HPAI) in area of the Netherlands. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of 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 the Netherlands is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (2 October 2023).

Keywords

Avian Influenza; Animal health; Animal diseases; Pest- or Disease- free Regions / Regionalization; Zoonoses