May 7, 2009
Russia extends pork import bans in UK on AH1N1 fears
Russia has extended its ban of pork imports to include UK amidst fears of a spread of the AH1N1 flu virus.
This is in addition to an import restriction they have already imposed on Mexico, Spain, and parts of Canada and the US, the four countries worst affected by the outbreak.
Russia's actions have been met with anger from exporting states and organisations who claim there is no risk to human or animal health from pork products.
International trade laws state that countries may block imports on health and safety grounds if there is scientific evidence of potential risks.
