The regulation, which Pramono said he signed on Monday, provides a six-month grace period before it is enforced, according to a document seen by Agence France-Presse.

Violators could face sanctions, ranging from written warnings to revocation of business licenses.

The governor said the ban applies to “live animals, meat, or other products, either raw or processed”, and prohibits any “activities related to … rabies-transmitting animals intended for food purposes”.