Simon Long

Editor-at-large at The Economist. Views occasionally my own, hardly ever my employer's. Retweets not endorsements

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

The Case for a National DNA Bank https://t.co/pasmyD2Oiz

[Invest Karnataka @investkarnataka]

On Day 1 of #InvestKarnataka2025, we held an insightful panel discussion on 'Sustainable Manufacturing – Driving Growth in the Global Green Economy'.

> Daisy Chittilapilly, President, Cisco India & SAARC, addressed maturity and reliability challenges around new technologies and the gap between vision and reality. She also emphasised the importance of certainty around subsidies and incentives in a growing country.

> Shalini Goyal Bhalla (@Shalini0102), Managing Director, International Council for Circular Economy (ICCE), highlighted #technology and #sustainability go hand in hand. She spoke about how startups are working on AI integration, the importance of green development, and environmental-friendly recycling of electronic waste.

> Burjis Godrej, Executive Director, Godrej Agrovet, shared that they are using AI-powered sensors to assess plant health and take decisive actions.

> Rami Ahola, Partner and Global Industry Leader, Industrial Manufacturing, @ibmconsulting , stated that IBM is prioritising recyclability to ensure future generations benefit from cost-effectiveness, performance, and environmental responsibility.

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

Don't miss out! The deadline for the $10,000 Anthony Lewis Prize for rule of law journalism is March 2nd. Apply or nominate a colleague today! https://t.co/CI32T4S68W #WJP #ruleoflawjournalism #lewisprize

[World Justice Project @TheWJP]

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Anthony Lewis Prize for Exceptional Rule of Law Journalism!

The $10,000 prize, named in honor of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Anthony Lewis, recognizes the critical role journalists play in safeguarding the rule of law worldwide.

Visit our website to learn more about the nomination process, eligibility criteria, and selection process: https://t.co/LqGRECvwov

#RuleofLawJournalism #RuleofLaw #LewisPrize

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

I've been writing about dementia again:
https://t.co/GY7aNA80XO

[Tom Felix Joehnk @tfexj]

@simonlong55, with inputs from me, in 2016, on Despotism in Dhaka. https://t.co/c7vgGcCnFi

[ADI @AlzDisInt]

#ADI2024 Day 3 continues the theme #DementiaRiskReduction with the opening plenary of the day: Risk reduction and prevention: innovation in science and communication. Chaired by @simonlong55
of @TheEconomist

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

https://t.co/0YvCB2GdDU

[Sri Lanka Campaign @SLcampaign]

In our latest blog post, we discuss the forced evictions and arbitrary destruction of a Malaiyaha Tamil home last month. https://t.co/Wzk0HcJcP5

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

Very proud to have been involved in this year's World Alzheimer's Report, and very grateful to the many wonderful people I met while reporting it.
@AlzDisInt
https://t.co/PUA5ivZrES

[ADI @AlzDisInt]

For #WorldAlzMonth, we're focusing on risk reduction. Risk factors increase the likelihood of developing dementia, but it does not mean a diagnosis of dementia is certain.
Join us in exploring 12 modifiable risk factors and ways to reduce your risk. https://t.co/frwp59w9a8

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

@SRajarshee @inimitablepgw Agreed!

[Sri Lanka Campaign @SLcampaign]

Advancing accountability for the riots and furthering the popular understanding of the ethnic conflict is essential for addressing the legacy of Black July - as we discuss in our latest report.

https://t.co/5XD5R6bJhn

[Sri Lanka Campaign @SLcampaign]

This article implicitly blames Tamils for triggering Black July; it exonerates the govt of any blame; and blames Tamils for the lack of progress on reconciliation.

It is wholly emblematic of the lack of understanding of Black July and the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka.

[Thomson Reuters Foundation @TRF]

✏️ The #KurtSchork Awards celebrate the often unsung reporters risking their lives in pursuit of the truth.

As part of the prize, this year's winners will be taking the stage at @trustconf in October to share what it takes to cover challenging stories.➡️ https://t.co/u5SDcq2Ozd

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

Wonderful to spend some time with the impressive and inspiring @emilyong67

[Emily Ong (She/Her) @emilyong67]

The greatest joy from advocacy is meeting others who are 'in sync' with you and understand what you are trying change. I have the privilege to meet Simon from The Economist and he happily said yes to a bus ride to see our wayfinding work. Grateful.
@AlzDisInt @simonlong55

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

China’s huge Asian investments fail to buy it soft power https://t.co/hQjVVIqgy7 from @TheEconomist https://t.co/hQjVVIqgy7

[Simon Long @simonlong55]

Still writing about Dr Mahathir after all these years.
https://t.co/jusWSLLaFi

[Robert Barnett @RobbieBarnett]

A student from Xinjiang giving a speech at a gathering this evening, reportedly at the Guangdong Art Academy, saying "Justice forever", "rest in peace". Others around him hold up pieces of paper that might be blank - ie., the meaning is understood, not stated. #Urumqifire

[Robert Barnett @RobbieBarnett]

Lockdown news from Lhasa: after 91 days, lockdown in Karma Gonsar, a prominent city area, has been lifted. The rules say "lifing lockdown does not mean lifting controls!" - residents can move within the area, but must still show COVID green codes, wear masks, & not gather.