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Provisions, contingent liabilities and other liabilities - Provision for remediation and mine closure (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2019
Dec. 31, 2018
Dec. 31, 2017
Provisions and contingent liabilities      
Changes in estimates, Note 7 $ 41,100    
Provision for remediation and mine closure [Member]      
Provisions and contingent liabilities      
Beginning balance 131,888 $ 156,859 $ 153,313
Accretion expense 4,048 4,322 4,595
Changes in estimates, Note 7 41,130 (32,017) (3,710)
Additions, Note 7 18,834 2,724 2,661
Final balance $ 195,900 $ 131,888 $ 156,859