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Financial Statement Schedule - Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
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Condensed Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract] |
Restricted net assets, subsidiaries | $ 408,244
Restricted net assets, subsidiaries, percent of consolidated assets | 33.00%

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