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Acquisitions and divestitures - Vale Moambique (Details) | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2021
Nacala Logistics Corridor |
Disclosure of joint ventures [line items] |
Ownership interest in joint venture (as a percent) | 50.00%

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