TAXATION (Schedule of Roll-forward of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Exclusive of Related Interest and Penalties) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands |
12 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Dec. 31, 2023 |
Dec. 31, 2022 |
Dec. 31, 2021 |
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| TAXATION | |||
| Balance at beginning of year | $ 65,898 | $ 78,637 | $ 75,434 |
| Increase relating to tax positions | 10,574 | ||
| Decrease relating to expiration of applicable statute of limitations and reversal | (19,195) | (7,064) | (12,534) |
| Foreign currency translation adjustments | (991) | (5,675) | 5,163 |
| Balance at end of year | $ 45,712 | $ 65,898 | $ 78,637 |