The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Indiato prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Subtypes H5N8 and H5N1)

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 8 December 2021, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from India has expired on 7 March 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 a period of 90 days since 8 March 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.