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Cash flows reconciliation (Details 1) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2025 | Jun. 30, 2024
Cash Flows Reconciliation |  |
Proceeds from the partial disposal of VBML shares |  | $ 2,455
Proceeds from the partial disposal of PTVI shares |  | 155
Cash received from disposal of investments, net |  | $ 2,610

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