Okay, here’s a breakdown of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2629:
**1. Essence of the Act:**
This regulation amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/594, which lays down special control measures for African swine fever (ASF). The changes involve updating the lists of restricted zones (I, II, and III) in Annex I and infected zones in Annex II based on the evolving epidemiological situation of ASF in several Member States. It also repeals Implementing Decision (EU) 2025/2489, which contained interim emergency measures for Spain.
**2. Structure and Main Provisions:**
* **Article 1:** This article is the core of the amendment. It replaces Annexes I and II of the original Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/594 with the updated versions provided in the Annex to this new regulation. Annex I lists restricted zones I, II, and III in various Member States (Germany, Estonia, Latvia, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Italy, Czechia, Greece, Croatia, Lithuania), specifying geographical areas where special control measures apply. Annex II lists areas established as infected zones following outbreaks of ASF in previously disease-free regions.
* **Article 2:** This repeals Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2025/2489, which had set out interim emergency measures for Spain following an ASF outbreak.
* **Article 3:** This specifies that the regulation comes into force the day after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
**Changes Compared to Previous Versions:**
The regulation modifies the geographical boundaries and classifications of restricted zones in several countries (Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland) based on recent outbreaks and improvements in the ASF situation. It also adds new infected zones in Spain and Poland to Annex II, reflecting the spread of the disease to previously unaffected areas.
**3. Main Provisions Important for Use:**
* **Annex I (Restricted Zones):** This is crucial for anyone involved in the movement of live pigs, pork, or related products. It defines the areas where restrictions apply, and businesses need to be aware of these zones to comply with trade and movement regulations. The zones are categorized (I, II, III) with varying levels of restrictions.
* **Annex II (Infected Zones):** This is important for Member States and stakeholders in newly affected regions. Listing as an infected zone triggers specific disease control measures to prevent further spread.
* The regulation emphasizes that the zoning is based on the epidemiological situation, risk assessments, scientifically agreed principles, and international standards.
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This regulation has implications for Ukraine, as African Swine Fever is a significant concern in the region. Ukrainians involved in pig farming or trade with the EU need to be aware of these restrictions to ensure compliance and prevent the spread of the disease.
