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OIE is an intergovernmental body, not part of the UN system, which brings together the official veterinary authorities of the member governments. Over 160 countries are members.
OIE has produced and constantly updates the International Animal Health Code (Terrestrial Code) which categorizes animal diseases according to severity of impact.
OIE is also concerned with animal welfare issues and good farming practice.
Status
The OIE is an intergovernmental organisation created by the International Agreement of 25 January 1924, signed by 28 countries. In May 2006, the OIE totalled 167 Member Countries.
Missions
To ensure transparency in the global animal disease situation
To collect, analyse and disseminate veterinary scientific information
To provide expertise and encourage international solidarity in the control of animal diseases
Within its mandate under the WTO SPS Agreement, to safeguard world trade by publishing health standards for international trade in animals and animal products
To improve the legal framework and resources of national Veterinary Services
Organisation
The Office is placed under the authority and control of an International Committee consisting of Delegates designated by the Governments of Member Countries.
The day-to-day operation of the OIE is managed by a Central Bureau situated in Paris, placed under the responsibility of a Director General elected by the International Committee. The Central Bureau implements the resolutions passed by the International Committee and developed with the support of elected Commissions:
Administrative Commission
Regional Commissions (5)
Specialist Technical Commissions (4)
The OIE's financial resources are derived principally from regular annual contributions backed up by voluntary contributions from Member Countries.
International Relationships
The OIE maintains permanent relations with more than 20 other international organisations. The Office has also appointed regional coordinators on all 5 continents.
History
Incursions of rinderpest into Europe and most notably the epizootic which occurred in Belgium in 1920 led to the creation of the Office International des Epizooties in 1924.
OIE has produced and constantly updates the International Animal Health Code (Terrestrial Code) which categorizes animal diseases according to severity of impact.
OIE is also concerned with animal welfare issues and good farming practice.
Status
The OIE is an intergovernmental organisation created by the International Agreement of 25 January 1924, signed by 28 countries. In May 2006, the OIE totalled 167 Member Countries.
Missions
To ensure transparency in the global animal disease situation
To collect, analyse and disseminate veterinary scientific information
To provide expertise and encourage international solidarity in the control of animal diseases
Within its mandate under the WTO SPS Agreement, to safeguard world trade by publishing health standards for international trade in animals and animal products
To improve the legal framework and resources of national Veterinary Services
Organisation
The Office is placed under the authority and control of an International Committee consisting of Delegates designated by the Governments of Member Countries.
The day-to-day operation of the OIE is managed by a Central Bureau situated in Paris, placed under the responsibility of a Director General elected by the International Committee. The Central Bureau implements the resolutions passed by the International Committee and developed with the support of elected Commissions:
Administrative Commission
Regional Commissions (5)
Specialist Technical Commissions (4)
The OIE's financial resources are derived principally from regular annual contributions backed up by voluntary contributions from Member Countries.
International Relationships
The OIE maintains permanent relations with more than 20 other international organisations. The Office has also appointed regional coordinators on all 5 continents.
History
Incursions of rinderpest into Europe and most notably the epizootic which occurred in Belgium in 1920 led to the creation of the Office International des Epizooties in 1924.
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