The book outlines in five chapters the different perspectives of sustainable language policies, role of translators and interpreters and the challenges they face on the globalized market. A special section is dedicated to training and research issues, which have to handle the difficult task of preparing students for the globalized and changing market.

Our current knowledge society, as exemplified in our universities, is booming. This volume highlights different types of networks leading not only to better practices and academic quality but also to new and innovative partnerships. Such as a solid integration of partners from industry and professional associations as well as from the language services of the United Nations, the European Parliament and the European Commission.