The global landscape for intramural R&D expenditure in humanities and the arts exhibits varied engagement across countries. As of 2023, South Korea leads with a notable $1.73 billion PPP investment, marking a 4.99% year-on-year increase. Poland follows with $0.75 billion PPP and a robust 8.56% growth. Russia and Taiwan experienced modest increases, while Czech Republic and Hungary also saw positive increments. Contrastingly, Portugal, Romania, and Chile grappled with declines. Over the last five years, South Korea has shown substantial commitment, while Latvia's recent uptrend is noteworthy despite its smaller scale.
Looking forward, emphasizing cultural preservation and digital humanities could surge investments. Economic dynamics and policy frameworks will critically shape R&D trends, potentially expanding arts' role in innovation ecosystems globally. Observing these future trajectories will offer insights into evolving national priorities in arts and humanities R&D.
Top countries in Total Intramural Expenditure on R&D in Humanities and the Arts by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars PPP = 2015 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 1,730 | 2023 | +4.33% | +4.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 751.8 | 2023 | +6.8% | +8.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 625.02 | 2023 | +1.97% | +2.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Taiwan | 291.28 | 2023 | -0.21% | +0.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 250.95 | 2023 | +2.47% | +2.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 240.59 | 2023 | +0.31% | -0.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 126.51 | 2023 | +0.055% | +4.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 83.35 | 2023 | +3.12% | +1.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 50.34 | 2023 | +1.32% | -0.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 49.66 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.27% | View data |
