Bird flu prompts Papua New Guinea to ban Australian chicken and egg imports

Papua New Guinea has halted imports of Australian chicken and eggs out of caution amid an H5N1 bird flu outbreak, despite Australian authorities asserting there's no proof the virus has crossed borders. This precautionary measure highlights the region's sensitivity to bird flu risks, which could impact Australia's poultry trade and raises questions about the balance between safety measures and economic impact. The move underscores the broader challenges countries face in managing and communicating health risks.