Author: Zhen Guan
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Certified Provisional Interpreter Mock Test Dialogue L1 – Border Drug Suspicions
Topic: Border Drug Suspicions Field: Legal Difficulty: Intermediate Transcript Briefing – This is a conversation between Border Security Officer Tony Thompson and Mr. Suharto, who is suspected of attempting to bring illegal drugs into the country. The dialogue begins now. Officer Tony Thompson: Good evening, sir. May I see your…
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DFAT’s NAATI Certification Stamp: Developing Requirements for NAATI Translations
In the initial half of 2023, we have observed a notable change in the requirements set by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) concerning translations submitted by NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) credentialed translators. This alteration has necessitated certain modifications to the information included in…
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NAATI Digital Stamp and Digital ID Card
NAATI introduced its digital stamp earlier this year, marking a significant step forward. This initiative holds benefits for both clients and practitioners alike. The digital stamp not only instills confidence in clients regarding the authenticity of their NAATI translation, but it also provides two additional methods for them to verify…
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Lost in Interpreting: The Neglected Importance of Briefing in Face-to-Face Interpreting
In the world of interpreting, the importance of briefing for face-to-face assignments has been a longstanding debate. Despite the profession’s credibility and adherence to confidentiality principles, some interpreter booking officers remain skeptical about sharing essential information with interpreters. However, briefing plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and effective communication…
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