Ban on import of live birds from 4 countries lifted

Muscat: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has issued a ministerial decision to lift the ban on importing live birds and their products from four countries.

"Lifting the ban on import of live birds and their products, derivatives and offal from the Republic of the Philippines, Republic of Bulgaria, Republic of Hungary and Australia. This decision is based on a recommendation from the competent veterinary authority," the Ministry said in a statement.