I don't think there was any coincidence. The process to allow the import of chickens went through its normal course. The process took longer because of COVID. The assessments were done in 2019. Since then, there has been an exchange of documentation with the authorities and responsible persons in Ukraine. There was no rush; we did not receive any request to speed up the process of issuing permits.
On December 7th, 2022. See this statement in context.