The Centre aims to achieve its vision based on the following Mission Statement:

• Enhance regional competence in countering terrorism through quality and comprehensive capacity-building programmes;
• Conduct and publish research in significant areas of terrorism and counter-terrorism;
• Implement effective soft approach initiatives in countering extremism via strategic communications;
• Promote public awareness and disseminate information on the threats of terrorism and measures taken to counter them; and
• Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships at the local and international level.