05-01-2012, 07:29 AM
Obama launches Bureau of Counterterrorism
January 5, 2012 by legitgov
ShareThisObama launches Bureau of Counterterrorism --The bureau will focus on foreign terrorists, but their activities have some bearing on domestic security. 04 Jan 2012 President Obama's State Department announced, during a press briefing today, the creation of the Bureau of Counterterrorism, which will coordinate with United States entities such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and foreign governments to develop civilian counterterrorism strategies and operations. "The bureau will lead in supporting U.S. counterterrorism diplomacy and seek to strengthen homeland security, countering violent extremism, and build the capacity of partner nations to deal effectively with terrorism," Ambassador Dan Benjamin told reporters.
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