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To confirm the legal validity of an official document in a foreign country, the local authorities may require it to be certified by an apostille. What does this act of authentication consist of? Which documents are affected by the apostille? And what special requirements apply to China?   What is an Apostille procedure? An apostille procedure confirms the authenticity of a signature, the identity of a signatory and the seal of a legal document. This authentication process is achieved by affixing a stamp (called an apostille).

Luxembourg, or the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, is a small country in Western Europe with a population of around 660,800. Bordered by Belgium, Germany and France, the country covers an area of 2,586 km2, making it one of the smallest states in Europe. The country is home to a highly cosmopolitan population, many of whom are of Portuguese origin. Here's an overview of the origins and history of Portuguese emigration to the Grand Duchy and the key statistics about the Portuguese in Luxembourg.

The North Germanic language group, which is often referred to as Scandinavian languages, comprises of five languages, and is a subgroup of the Germanic languages. In addition to Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, and Icelandic, Faroese is also part of this language group, which is spoken by about 20 million people.

A Nordic country with a high quality of life, a prosperous economy and an innovative spirit, Finland has a lot to offer foreign businesspeople. Do you dream of starting a business in Finland? Here's what you need to know.  

There are several translation methods available to you when it comes to translating a text from English into European or Brazilian Portuguese. How do you choose between these different techniques? How can you find the best translator and guarantee a reliable, high-quality result that preserves your company's reputation?  

Developing a company internationally is often seen as an important step. Among the high-potential markets, Spain is a very favourable destination, whether you want to set up a branch, a subsidiary, a production site, or the head office of your company there.  

Developing your business internationally is a long-term project that must be carried out with accuracy and care. Do you want to expand your business into foreign markets? Discover the 8 steps that are essential to the success of your international development strategy.   Step 1 – Assess the viability of the project The first step in expanding your business abroad is to assess the viability of your project. Indeed, international expansion can be risky if the feasibility of the project is not properly assessed.

Due to the size of its market, its economic dynamism and its low production costs, China is a very attractive destination if you want to start a business or set up your business there. However, relocating your business to China involves several steps and rigorous procedures.  

Are you interested in investing in Africa? Are you wondering about the opportunities in the African market and the sectors that are attractive to foreign investors? Africa is a rapidly developing economy, where entrepreneurial opportunities are legion. Discover our advice on how to make your investment successful on the African continent and the steps to follow.  

Germany has a thriving economy and a very dynamic market that attracts many foreign investors. How do you invest in Germany? Which sectors should you focus on? Is it easy to find financing? Here are our tips for successful investment in Germany.   Why invest in Germany? Germany is the leading European power and the fourth largest economy in the world. It has a stable economy and a low unemployment rate (5.5% in September 2022 – Source: German Federal Statistical Office). In 2021, its GDP per capita was €42,918.