Latest on COVID-19 from around the world

South Korea reported 516 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the country's total to 5,328. The government has proposed an extra budget of 11.7 trillion won (around 9.8 billion U.S. dollars) to curb the virus spread.

The U.S. reported 122 cases, including nine deaths. Amazon, an American multinational technology company, said one of its Seattle-based workers has been diagnosed with COVID-19. 

Iran so far confirmed 2,336 infections, with 77 deceased. The country said it would temporarily free 54,000 prisoners to prevent the virus spread.

Japan confirmed at least 1,000 cases, including more than 700 people who were aboard the Diamond Princess, a cruise ship that was quarantined near Tokyo.

Australia's health ministry confirmed as of Wednesday it has 41 COVID-19 cases.

Malaysia confirmed seven additional cases, totaling 36.

The UK announced three additional cases, total to 12.

Canada reported three new cases, 33 in total.