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

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2022-04-01
G/SPS/N/THA/515

Description

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 8 December 2021, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the Netherlands has expired on 8 March 2022. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of the Netherlands. 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 Netherlands is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 9 March 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.