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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2022-06-14
G/SPS/N/THA/549

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 8 March 2022, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from India has expired on 5 June 2022. However, the OIE reported an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of India. 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 India is temporarily suspended for 90 days from 6 June 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

Avian Influenza; Animal health; Animal diseases