The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation 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 6 February 2023, the suspension for the importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Indonesia since 7 February 2023 has expired on 7 May 2023. However, the WOAH has reported, 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 of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Indonesia is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days from 8 May 2023 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.