The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2022-09-12
G/SPS/N/THA/573

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 17 June 2022, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany since 19 June 2022 has expired on 16 September 2022. However, the WOAH has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of Germany. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany  is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 17 September 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

African swine fever (ASF); Animal diseases; Animal health; Zoonoses