Chinese Navy commanders have been welcomed by Brazil, despite concerns over China's human rights record and accusations of espionage. This visit comes after a delegation from the National Defense University of China visited Brazil, funded by the Chinese government. The Brazilian Navy is now seeking Chinese assistance in addressing illegal fishing in Latin American waters, a problem exacerbated by China's maritime militia. Despite the US Coast Guard's conflict with Chinese vessels and China's declared 'zero tolerance' for illegal fishing, the issue continues to escalate, with an estimated 400 Chinese ships annually entering Brazilian waters and using prohibited fishing techniques.