Circular of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs on Issuing the Emergency Implementation Plan for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Epidemic (2025 Edition).

This Emergency Implementation Plan for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) 2025 Edition, issued by China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, outlines a structured response to prevent and control outbreaks, aiming to protect public health and maintain the stability of the poultry industry through rapid, science-based action and coordinated interdepartmental efforts. The Plan establishes a four-tier response system—ranging from general (IV) to especially severe (I)—based on the scale, speed, and impact of the outbreak. It mandates immediate reporting of suspected cases, followed by field investigations, laboratory testing, and confirmation procedures. Once a case is confirmed, local authorities must swiftly implement containment measures such as quarantine, culling, disinfection, and movement restrictions in affected zones (epidemic, buffer, and threatened areas).
The Plan also emphasizes emergency surveillance, risk assessment, and public communication. It includes strict biosecurity measures, especially in areas with wild bird activity, and requires protective gear for personnel. Compensation is provided for culled animals and affected individuals. Post-outbreak, authorities must evaluate the response, identify gaps, and report findings. The Plan applies to all HPAI subtypes and includes protocols for livestock like dairy cattle.