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Cash flows reconciliation (Details 1) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2024 | Jun. 30, 2023
Cash Flows Reconciliation |  |
Proceeds from the partial disposal of VBML shares | $ 2,455 |
Proceeds from the partial disposal of PTVI shares | 155 |
Proceeds from the divestment of Companhia Siderúrgica do Pecém |  | 1,082
Cash contribution to Companhia Siderúrgica do Pecém |  | (1,149)
Cash received (payments) from disposal of investments, net | $ 2,610 | $ (67)

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