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The difference, for modified share-based payment arrangements, between the fair value of the modified equity instrument and that of the original equity instrument, both estimated as at the date of the modification. [Refer: Share-based payment arrangements [member]]

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The amount of compensation to key management personnel. [Refer: Key management personnel of entity or parent [member]]

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The number of other equity instruments (ie other than share options) exercised or vested in a share-based payment arrangement.

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The weighted average fair value at the measurement date of granted equity instruments other than share options. [Refer: Weighted average [member]]

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