Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau
| Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau | |
|---|---|
Special operations force | |
| Role |
|
| Size | Classified |
| Garrison/HQ | Dhaka Cantonment, Bangladesh |
| Nickname(s) | CTIB |
| Engagements | Operation Thunderbolt Operation Twilight |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Classified |
Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau, more commonly known as CTIB, is a Bangladeshi elite covert intelligence unit of the
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.[2] The United States and Bangladesh signed a Counterterrorism Cooperation Initiative on 22 October 2013, to enhance bilateral co-operation.[3]
Operations
- 2016- Operation Thunderbolt
- 2017- Operation Twilight
Training
CTIB holds joint training with
United States Special Forces.[4]
See also
- National Committee for Intelligence Coordination
- National Security Intelligence
- Directorate General of Forces Intelligence
References
- ^ "Bangladesh's Counter Terrorism Success". 2014-05-29. 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.
| National Security Council | |
|---|---|
| Internal security | |
| External intelligence | |
Defence intelligence | |
Counter Terrorism | |
Telecommunication | |
| Economic intelligence | |
