Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau


Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau, more commonly known as CTIB, is a Bangladeshi elite covert intelligence unit of the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence. 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.

Administration

Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau is operated by a Director who reports to DGFI. The United States and Bangladesh signed a Counterterrorism Cooperation Initiative on 22 October 2013, to enhance bilateral co-operation.

Operations

Training

CTIB holds joint training with DGFI and United States Special Forces.