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Gains (losses) from operating activities in the statement of income, included according to their nature (Details 7) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018
Statement [Line Items] |  |  |
Net impairment (losses) gains on reversal of financial assets | $ 4,684 | $ (1,057) | $ 2,967
Investments In Associates [Member] |  |  |
Statement [Line Items] |  |  |
Net impairment (losses) gains on reversal of financial assets | $ 4,684 | $ (1,057) | $ 2,967

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