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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 21 March 2021, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany since 21 March 2022 has expired on 18 June 2022. However, the OIE 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 90 days from 19 June 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.