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Costs and expenses by nature (Details Narrative) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Costs And Expenses By Nature
Payment of infrastructure investments	$ 451	$ 459

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