Dhaka, Dec. 11 -- A new-world order-one described by increasing numbers of economists as the climate economy-is arising. Rather than being fueled by smoke and coal, it will be propelled by clean energies, climate-resilient infrastructure, clean technologies, and sustainable finance. In reaction to global changes brought about by reduced-carbon manufacturing from developed and developing countries, trillions of dollars have started to be redirected towards such clean pursuits, opening up brand-new avenues for smart players.

The question posed to Bangladesh is direct yet difficult to define: shall we be reactive holders of climate disruption's passport to their new planet? Shall we now instead stand tall as active builders of their cleaner...