Bangladesh

Bangladesh is projected to grow 6.0% in 2026, anchored by its garment industry's $45 billion in exports. GDP per capita has tripled since 2010, a transformation faster than the typical emerging economy. However, the nation faces existential climate risks: a 1-meter sea level rise would flood 17% of its land area, threatening progress. Diversification into pharmaceuticals and IT services is underway, but the manufacturing base remains its core strength. At $45 billion, garment exports alone exceed the entire GDP of many smaller nations on this list, highlighting the scale of Bangladesh's industrial engine.