Latest developments in major Asian countries outside China

South Korea: The total number of novel coronavirus cases – the largest outside China – has risen to 5,766 on Thursday as authorities reported 145 new infections. Most cases occurred in the southern city of Daegu and the North Gyeongsang province.

Japan: At least 12 deaths and 1,023 cases of novel coronavirus were confirmed in the country. According to local media, Japan plans to quarantine people arriving from South Korea and China for two weeks.

Thailand: On Thursday the country confirmed four more cases, bringing the total to 47. So far, one person died from the infection. 

India: The world's second-most populous country has confirmed 29 novel coronavirus cases as of Thursday, according to the health authority. Many cases are linked to travelers from Italy.