Note 19 - Financial Instruments (Detail) - Foreign Exchange Gain (Loss) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2012
Net loss	$ (9)	$ (7)

The aggregate foreign currency transaction loss included in determining net income for the reporting period. Includes foreign currency exchange to functional currency and net change in fair value of foreign exchange contracts.

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