The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from France to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Serotype H5N8)

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 27 April 2021, the suspension for importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses in Gironde, Lot-et-Garonne and Gers departments of France has expired on 26 July 2021. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Gironde, Lot-et-Garonne and Gers departments of France. 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 France is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days notified since 27 July 2021 onwards in the Thai Royal Gazette (9 July 2021).