In 2023, the share of scientific publications in infectious diseases in Japan involving international collaboration was 17.62%. The forecast data for 2024 to 2028 shows a slight annual increase, with values reaching 17.68% by 2028. The year-on-year increment reflects a stagnant growth pattern. The compound annual growth rate over this period is negligible, indicating very minimal change.

- Future trends to watch for include:

Increased international partnerships driven by global health challenges.
Potential impact of technological advancements on international collaboration.
Japan's strategic policy changes in research funding and international collaboration incentives.