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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 5 April 2023, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from France has expired on 4 July 2023. However, the WOAH reported Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of France. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Gers, Landes, Pyrénées-Atlantiques and Hautes-Pyrénées of France is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (13 July 2023).