ARN News Centre

UAE has banned poultry from this country

Monday, 8 April 2019 09:05

The UAE has banned the import of all poultry products from Mexico.

It comes after the outbreak of a highly contagious strain of bird flu in the Mexican district of Acolman.

In a statement, the UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment ( MoCCAE) said they would be in effect until the disease is brought under control.

However, they said thermally treated poultry products from Mexico are still being cleared for import.

The MoCCAE says its carefully scrutinising documentation accompanying all consignments of food products being shipped into the country. Samples are also being transferred to laboratories for necessary checks.

More from UAE

Dubai unveils Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap to improve quality of life

Dubai has unveiled a long-term plan to create a more balanced and integrated urban environment as part of efforts to enhance quality of life and wellbeing.
UAE hosts second round of trilateral talks

The second round of trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine and the United States has begun in Abu Dhabi, as diplomatic efforts continue to advance the political process towards resolving the crisis.
UAE President advances development partnerships at World Governments Summit

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a series of high‑level meetings on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit in Dubai.
Dubai scales responsible AI learning across private schools

A new initiative is set to expand artificial intelligence education across Dubai’s private schools, aiming to equip students with essential AI skills for the future.