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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 31 January 2022, the suspension for the importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Italy expired on 1 May 2022. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in areas of Italy. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Italy has been temporarily suspended for 90 days from 2 May 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.