Bamboo Curtain

Meaning

Proper Noun

  • The political and ideological barrier between the communist and capitalist states of Asia during the Cold War.

Origin

  • After iron curtain, the original Cold War 'curtain' (in Europe). First used in Time magazine in 7 November 1949.

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