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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 1 September 2022, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the Netherlands since 5 September 2022 has expired on 3 December 2022. However, the WOAH has reported a continued an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of the Netherlands. 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 the Netherlands is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (20 December 2022).