Measures to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease
June 2, 2026
The President held a meeting with the epidemiological team and livestock farmers regarding foot-and-mouth disease. Culling of infected animals has started and vaccination continues to stop the spread of the disease. Fines for illegal transactions will increase to enhance biosecurity. There will be more active collaboration with the army and police, and weekly meetings with veterinarians and farmers will be held. Compensation for goats and sheep is also set to increase.