bamboo

bamboo ceiling

A figurative discriminatory barrier in the workplace that impedes the career progress of Asians and people of Asian descent, preventing them from reaching top leadership positions in a company. Coined by the writer Jane Hyun, it is derived from the term "glass ceiling," which refers to the subtle discriminations that prevent women from advancing to the top positions in business. Mark was worried that his Chinese heritage might result in a bamboo ceiling if he tried to get a promotion down the line.
See also: bamboo, ceiling

Bamboo Curtain

The sociopolitical, economical, and ideological division or barrier between China and western nations. Modeled after the similar Iron Curtain describing the barrier between the Soviet Union and non-Soviet countries during the Cold War. Although in recent years China has relaxed its attitudes about trade and involvement with other nations, there still undeniably exists a Bamboo Curtain between it and the rest of the world.
See also: bamboo, curtain
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

the bamboo curtain

an impenetrable political, economic, and cultural barrier between China and non-Communist countries.
Formed on the pattern of the iron curtain (see at iron), this phrase dates back to the 1940s.
See also: bamboo, curtain
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • bamboo ceiling
  • ceiling
  • hit a wall
  • Chinese wall
  • at a dead end
  • the answer to somebody's prayers
  • the/an answer to (one's) prayer(s)
  • bring (someone or something) to a dead end
  • bring to a dead end
  • draw the line
References in periodicals archive
Despite its versatility, the bamboo is not cultivated as extensively as other crops.
Harnessing the potential of the versatile bamboo
'This bamboo production and rejuvenation training that MMSU conducted in Brgy.
Farmers trained on bamboo production, rejuvenation
Officials from the International Network for Bamboo and Rattan in Beijing, China, and the World Bamboo Organization as well as representatives from other non-ASEAN countries like Australia, USA and China, are also expected to attend the congress.
Iloilo holds first ever bamboo congress
"We will adopt the latest technology in producing lumber and timber out of the bamboo stands.
DENR eyes Panay Island as PH's center for bamboo protection
"Bamboo Processing Sri Lanka" is the project launched by The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), funded by Global Environment Facility (GEF) and in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry & Commerce.
Sri Lanka pioneer's bamboo crafts training with UNIDO
The signing of the MoU took place in the sideline of the distribution of free toolkit certificate among bamboo artisans aiming at improving the quality and quantity of products and towards increased income by proving to market all bamboo made products from the state in different parts of the country and abroad.
Tripura to appoint consultants to expand bamboo product sales
Recently, the potential uses of bamboo resources have been recognised and the government has set up the Bamboo and Rattan Development Programme (BARADEP) to coordinate activities and identify sustainable ways to develop the bamboo sector (GFC 2015).
Incentives for the development of bamboo plantations in Ghana: a case study of the Ashanti and Brong-Ahafo regions/Incitations au developpement des plantations de bambou au Ghana: une etude-cas dans les regions Ashanti et Brong-Ahafo/Incentivos para el desarrollo de plantaciones de bambu en Ghana: un estudio de caso de las regiones de Ashanti y Brong-Ahafo
Growing up to 5ft per year, bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants on Earth meaning it is widely available for sprucing up our homes.
NATURAL CHOICE; Adding natural textures and a laid-back vibe, bamboo furniture and accessories are the cool way to bring the outside in, writes Philippa Gerrard
"The article was about a farmer who was growing bamboo in Gatanga and was using it to make a variety of items," he recalls.Before getting into the trade, Barasa consulted officials of the Kenya Forest Research Institute (Kefri) in Nairobi, and later purchased seedlings of the Giant bamboo (Dendrocalamus giganteus) and Yushania alpina varieties.
Beauty, money in versatile bamboo
These capabilities bolster Bamboo Rose's position as the leading product and supply chain multi-enterprise platform that helps the global retail ecosystem bring products to market faster, more efficiently, and at higher margins.
BAMBOO ROSE RELEASES MULTI-ENTERPRISE PLATFORM
7, 2019 a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Agriculture, Department of Trade and Industry and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and the Bamboo Council of Davao del Norte for the bamboo garden.
Bat sanctuary gets 'Bambusetum' support
NAROWAL -- Bamboo is not only used domestically but it is also exported to other countries and if the government patronises its production and business, it can be a big source of poverty alleviation and strengthening of the economy.
Irrigation fine cases pending for five years
Told to children ages 4 to 8 in both English and Chinese, "Bamboo and Me: Exploring Bamboo's Many Uses in Daily Life" is the picture book story of a little boy whose house was surrounded by many bamboo forests and streams.
Bamboo and Me
The Ghana Bamboo Bikes has donated bicycles made from bamboo to support the upcoming 34th National Farmer's Day.
Ghana Bamboo Bikes donates bikes to support 34th National Farmer's Day