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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited) [Abstract]
Proceeds receivable included in prepaid expenses	$ 901
Dividends accrued but not paid by joint ventures	$ 1,168

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This item represents the amount of net sales proceeds received on disposal of a cost method investment.

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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of dividends declared but unpaid on equity securities issued by joint ventures in which entity has interest and outstanding. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer).

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