Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau
| Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau | |
|---|---|
| Active | 2006 – present |
| Country |
 Bangladesh |
| Allegiance |
Primary tasks:
Other roles:
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| Branch | Directorate General of Forces Intelligence |
| Type | Special operations force, Intelligence Unit |
| Nickname(s) | CTIB |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Brigadier General S. M. Matiur Rahman |
Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau (more commonly known as CTIB) is an elite force and intelligence unit of Directorate General of Forces Intelligence, trained by DGFI, CIA and other special forces around the world. The unit is tasked with combatting terrorism, gathering information about any internal or external threat to Bangladesh and counter-attack. Since the formation of CTIB in 2006, terrorist activities have decreased in Bangladesh.[1]
Administration
Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau is operated by a Director who reports to DGFI. As of now, CTIB is headed by Brigadier General S. M. Matiur Rahman.[2] The United States and Bangladesh signed a Counterterrorism Cooperation Initiative on 22 October 2013, to enhance bilateral co-operation.[3]
Training
CTIB holds joint training with DGFI and United States Special Forces.[4]
References
- ↑ "Bangladesh's Counter Terrorism Success". Retrieved 7 November 2014.
- ↑ "Brigadier General S M Matiur Rahman". Retrieved 7 November 2014.
- ↑ "Chapter 2. Country Reports: South and Central Asia Overview". U.S. Department of State. Retrieved 7 November 2014.
- ↑ "Military Strategy of Bangladesh to Counter Terrorism in Near Future". Retrieved 7 November 2014.
