Dhaka, Dec. 8 -- Bangladesh is at a critical turning point of either becoming a modern, high-growth nation attracting foreign capital or risking stagnation by falling back into old collectivist patterns of paralysing self-pity. The formula for success is simple yet challenging: practical pluralism paired with diversified investment. This means upholding rule of law with rapid court decisions, stable regulators and open markets for all partners, local and global. The alternative? Congested cities, unfinished infrastructure, collectivist monoculture and an unbreakable middle-income ceiling. Asia offers lessons: Seoul, Taipei and Jakarta show how disciplined pluralism and clear rules attract ambition; Sri Lanka's rapid recovery demonstrates ...