Ban on chicken imports due to non-recognition of the UK's regional measures for Avian influenza outbreaks
Trade barrier summary
In the case of regional Avian Influenza (bird flu) outbreaks, Saudi Arabia does not recognise the UK's regional containment measures. As a result, the Saudi government introduces a country-wide ban on live chicken and hatching eggs in the case of a regional outbreak.
Sectors affected
- Agriculture, horticulture, fisheries and pets
- Food and drink
Resolved
No
Date reported
20 March 2019
Last updated
5 April 2023
Public ID
PID-9PLPLG
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