Thailand’s modern “bamboo diplomacy” is becoming a powerful asset, helping the kingdom attract investment, bridge global divides and strengthen ASEAN’s role in a volatile world.

Bamboo is a valuable tool for mitigating climate change thanks to its renewable, biodegradable and recyclable properties, said Anutra Wannaviroj, project director of Thailand's Chaipattana Foundation, who recently completed a seminar on the bamboo industry and green economy in Beijing.