First meeting of the Permanent Group of Experts on Cross-Border Swine Diseases

Considering the global epidemiological context of African Swine Fever (ASF) and regional efforts to control this disease, as well as Classical Swine Fever (CSF), the first meeting of the Standing Group of Experts on Transboundary Swine Diseases (SGE-TSD) of the Global Program for Transboundary Animal Diseases (GP-TAD) of the Americas was held on September 23 and 24. This group was formed by the merger of two previous initiatives — the SGE-ASF and the SGE-CSF — with the aim of optimizing resources and strengthening regional cooperation in the prevention, preparation, and response to these diseases. The GP-TAD is a joint initiative of the WOAH and the FAO that combines the strength of both organizations. The creation of the SGE-TSD responds to the need for a more integrated approach to dealing with the health risks that threaten swine production in the Americas, particularly in the context of the increasing globalization of trade and travel. Furthermore, current efforts to improve ...