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OTHER INVESTMENTS (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Dec. 31, 2010
Dec. 31, 2011
Mavrix [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Grand Choice [Member]
Sep. 30, 2012
Grand Choice [Member]
Dec. 31, 2010
Grand Choice [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]              
Unlisted securities at cost $ 22,859 $ 21,344          
Less: other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized (note 17) (6,554) (4,010)          
Other investments 16,305 17,334          
Gain on disposal of an other investment    195 137 195      
Ownership percentage         19.00% 12.00% 20.00%
Capital investment         $ 1,500