The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Bulgaria to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Serotype H5)

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 10 June 2021, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Bulgaria has expired on 8 September 2021. However, the OIE reported Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the area of Bulgaria. 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 Bulgaria is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 9 September 2021 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette (9 September 2021).