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Significant equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions and investments - Mango Excellent Media (Details) - Mango Excellent Media ¥ in Billions | 1 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 CNY (¥)
Significant equity transaction, mergers and acquisitions and investments |
Percentage of equity interest acquired | 5.00%
Cash consideration | ¥ 6.2

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