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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2022-11-29
G/SPS/N/THA/596

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 15 August 2022, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Germany since 16 August 2022 has expired on 13 November 2022. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of Germany. 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 Germany is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 14 November 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

Animal diseases; Animal health; Avian Influenza; Zoonoses