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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2022-06-13
G/SPS/N/THA/544

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 11 March 2022, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from  the United States of America has expired on 9 June 2022. However, the OIE reported an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of the United States of America. 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 the United States of America  is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days from 10 June 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.

Keywords

Animal diseases; Animal health; Avian Influenza