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China´s temporary bans in line with WTO rules

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Source: CCTV.com | 05-06-2009 10:12

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China has started temporary bans on the imports of pigs and pork products from some regions hit by the A-strain influenza. The Foreign Ministry says these measures are in line with WTO rules.

China has started temporary bans on the imports of pigs and pork products from some regions hit by the A-strain influenza. The Foreign Ministry says these measures are in line with WTO rules.
China has started temporary bans on the imports 
of pigs and pork products from some regions hit 
by the A-strain influenza. The Foreign Ministry 
says these measures are in line with WTO rules.

WTO rules allow for strict quarantine measures in emergencies.

As more A/H1-N1 infections are reported around the world, China has decided to temporarily ban pig and pork imports from some affected regions.