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Financial and capital risk management (Details Narrative) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2022 USD ($)
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Revolving Credits Facility [Member] |
Reserve Quantities [Line Items] |
Notional amount | $ 5,000
Revolving Credit Facilities Due March 2024 [Member] |
Reserve Quantities [Line Items] |
Notional amount | 3,000
Revolving Credit Facilities Due March 2026 [Member] |
Reserve Quantities [Line Items] |
Notional amount | 2,000
Vale Sa International [Member] |
Reserve Quantities [Line Items] |
Financial instruments designated as hedging instruments, at fair value | $ 2,411

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