; (B) creating a better understanding of the United States and its values; and (C) using technology for maximum efficiency and organization; and (3) promote and ensure that security services in Latin America and the Caribbean operate in compliance with international norms, standards, and rules of engagement, including a respect for human rights, democracy, and civilian control. (d) Limitation Security assistance under this section is subject to the limitations set forth in section 620M of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 ( 22 U.S.C. 2378d ). III Advancing the role of civil society in Latin America and the Caribbean 301. Counteracting growing Chinese educational and cultural influence in Latin America and the Caribbean (a) Finding According to a report by the National Endowment for Democracy— (1) China has spent the equivalent of billions of dollars to shape public opinion and perceptions around the world through thousands of people-to-people exchanges, cultural activities, educational programs, and the development of media enterprises and information initiatives with global reach; (2) the aim of Chinese influence efforts is intended to distract and manipulate the political and information environments in targeted countries