Active 2006 – present Nickname(s) CTIB | ||
Allegiance Primary tasks:Counter-terrorismIntelligence gatheringUnconventional warfareSpecial reconnaissanceOther roles:Counter-proliferationHostage rescueHumanitarian missionsInternal defence Type Special operations force, Intelligence Unit | ||
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.
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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. The United States and Bangladesh signed a Counterterrorism Cooperation Initiative on 22 October 2013, to enhance bilateral co-operation.
Training
CTIB holds joint training with DGFI and United States Special Forces.