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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 9 February 2022, the suspension for the importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Spain expired on 10 May 2022. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of Spain. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Spain has been temporarily suspended for 90 days from 11 May 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.