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

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 19 October 2021, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from South Africa has expired on 16 January 2022. However, The OIE has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in area of South Africa. 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 South Africa is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days notified since 17 January 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.