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Changes in Accounting Policies, Estimates and Disclosures (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 CLP ($)
Disclosure of changes in accounting policies, accounting estimates and errors [text block] [Abstract] |
Additional charge of income before tax | $ 154,518

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