[Bureau of Counterterrorism](https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-civilian-security-democracy-and-human-rights/bureau-of-counterterrorism-and-countering-violent-extremism)

June 8, 2026

$5,821,410 (single award; cooperative agreement)

Supports building sustainable counterterrorism capabilities in Pakistan’s Balochistan Province to safeguard U.S. access to critical minerals and enhance regional security.

--- ## Description This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism, aims to protect American economic and security interests by strengthening Pakistan’s law enforcement counterterrorism capabilities in Balochistan Province. The program is designed to deliver tangible benefits for U.S. taxpayers by ensuring continued commercial access to critical minerals vital for technological advancement, defense manufacturing, and economic competitiveness. Balochistan contains significant deposits of minerals essential to U.S. national security, but ongoing threats from terrorist organizations (such as the Balochistan Liberation Army, ISIS-K, and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan) jeopardize access to these resources. The program seeks to reduce Pakistan’s reliance on U.S. support by developing sustainable, self-sufficient local law enforcement able to independently identify, disrupt, and deter terrorist networks. Activities may include technical assistance for critical infrastructure protection and equipment provision, with a strong emphasis on Pakistani ownership and institutional capacity. --- ## Due Dates - June 8, 2026: Full application / Closing date --- ## Funding Amount - Single award: $5,821,410 (cooperative agreement) - Only one award is expected; both the floor and ceiling are set at $5,821,410. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and NGOs) - Public and private educational institutions - For-profit organizations - Public International Organizations (PIOs) - Governmental institutions Eligibility is unrestricted, but applicants must fit one of the categories above. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted by June 8, 2026. - The opportunity is listed on [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361892). - Additional details and application instructions are available via the [MyGrants portal](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_d_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=32aae7478743b25020b862060cbb35f9&view=Default). - No cost sharing or matching funds are required. - The award will be made as a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement by the Bureau of Counterterrorism. --- ## Additional Information - The program emphasizes sustainability, Pakistani institutional capability, and eventual self-sufficiency. - Activities should be designed to enable Pakistan to assume greater responsibility for counterterrorism operations without ongoing U.S. support. - The program aligns with the U.S. National Security Strategy’s emphasis on economic security as a component of national security. --- ## External Links - [Bureau of Counterterrorism (Funder Home)](https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-civilian-security-democracy-and-human-rights/bureau-of-counterterrorism-and-countering-violent-extremism) - [Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361892) - [MyGrants Portal (Application Instructions)](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_d_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=32aae7478743b25020b862060cbb35f9&view=Default) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |------------------------|------------------------| | Grantor Contact | arbogastc@state.gov |

Protecting American Commercial Investments in Pakistan

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