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The amount of dividends recognised as distributions to non-controlling interests. [Refer: Non-controlling interests]

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The cash inflow from changes in ownership interests in subsidiaries that do not result in a loss of control. [Refer: Subsidiaries [member]]

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The proportion of ownership interest in a subsidiary attributable to the entity. [Refer: Subsidiaries [member]]

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The amount of dividend distributed to non-controlling interest allocated to interest expenses.

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The amount of dividend distributed to non-controlling interest allocated to principal.

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The percentage of ownership interest in subsidiary was sold.

No definition available.