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Friday, August 21, 2009

UAE lifts ban on cattle imports

Dubai, Aug 21 (New Kerala): The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted a ban on cattle imports from Somalia, the WAM news agency reported Friday citing the environment ministry.

Cattle imports from the two Somali cities of Bosaso and Barabara will now be allowed in the country, UAE Environment and Water Minister Rashid Ahmed Bin Fahad said Thursday.

As per the latest government directive, the importers must obtain certificates from laboratories stating that the animals were not vaccinated for bovine plague.

In the UAE, all imported animals are subject to the veterinary and animal care regulations and legislations.

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