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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2022-07-22
G/SPS/N/THA/557

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 27 April 2022, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Italy has expired on 30 July 2022. However, the WOAH has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in the area of Italy. 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 Italy is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 31 July 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

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