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Agroprom Factbook
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Agroprom (Ah-Gro-Prom) is a small nation of around 325,000 square kilometers. Formed in three main regions (North, South and East), the capital city Rostok is the largest city in the country, and is the main organisational, economic and military district. Priding itself on a growing economy, being a morally and nationally strong nation, and providing an excellent standard of life, Agroprom has views upon becoming a relatively strong small nation.

Note - The population is fixed at 244 million for RP purposes, until changed by myself on this page


Nation Name: Agroprom (Peoples Republic of)
Capital: Rostok
Main Cities: Rostok, Sharnokyl, Petrya
Currency: Ruccel
Official Language: Russian
Population: 244,298,727
Government: Agroprom Peoples Party
Regions: 3 (North, South and East)
Districts: 18 (6 per region)
Governmental System: Peoples Government

National Anthem: "The Flag"

History

The history of the nation can be traced back through Kazakhstanian and thus Freedom Country history. The original nations were formed from the Czech tribal state, which dominated the region in the 1st to 10th centuries. It was at this point that the nation of "Free State" was formed, which grew to become Freedom Country. At this point, the nation was a relatively important force in the area. Freedom Country adopted democracy at the turn of the industrial revolution, which came relatively late to the nation. This was compensated for by a quick conversion to automation in the early 20th century, under President Kolchak.

A peaceful nationstate was then formed. However, at the end of 20th century, Freedom Country crumbled under external communist pressures. A massive civil war ultimately destroyed the nation, and seperated it up into various states. The largest of these states emerged prevalent, Kazakhstania. It was then superceded in two decades of violence by Czechanistan, and the latest incarnation is Agroprom.

The government has said its primary concern is to provide a safe, steady and secure nation for its people. The population are generally unsure of the security of the nation, but this is an ongoing political and military goal.

Geography

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Total Area: 996,663 sq km
Land Area: 980,955 sq km
Water Area: 15,708 sq km
Total Border Length: 9,423 km
Border Countries: Kazakhstania (4,653km) Czechistania (3,195km) Freedom Country (2,394 km)
Natural resources: Coal, Steel, Oil, Precious Metals, Arable Land, Fresh Water, Timber, Clay, Uranium
Land use: Arable Land 24.12%, Permanent Crops 3.2%, Other 72.68%
Terrain: Three mountain ranges, flatland elsewhere, lakes in centre
Climate: Temperate, cold in winter, medium warm in summer
Tallest Peak: 3,002m Mount Pityr

The Agroprom nation is situated on the southern edge of the old Kazakhstanian empire, on the south coast. A largely mountainous nation, There are three mountainous regions, with three main peaks. There is a mountainous barrier along the coast consisting of two ranges with a dip in the middle, and a third range two hundred miles inland. In the centre of the nation are the great lakes - a marshy and wet area where most of the regions weather is focussed.

This strange network of mountain regions has created one great river, the River Yantar. This is fed from all the mountain, an moves from the great lakes through the central dip, to the coast. On the banks of this river are both the city's of Rostok and Sharnokyl. Rostok lies on the coast, and Sharnokyl in the centre, at the great lakes. The third lard city, Petrya, lies in the east of the region, east of the great lakes by about 70 miles.

The weather in the nation is very varied. Temperate and often wet in the centre, snowy in the mountain regions and relatively sunny by the coast, Agroprom is known for its strange weather and quickly changing climate. There is also a strange area of common thunderstorms in the west - the reason for this strange weather is the subject of discussion among many academics.

Government

The government of Agroprom is a traditional socialist 3 layered system. Based around the theory of central control, the government has total overall control over all national decisions, economic and political. It is believed that if a body of truly intelligent men have the say over all decisions made, then only intelligent decisions will be made.

An amount of democracy is included with the political system. Local councils are officials are voted in by the constituents, who have a say in what happens at a local level. At regional level, the officials are voted in by the local officials, and the same occurs at national level.

Most of the work occurs at local levels, and so most staff are hired at a local level - a common problem with other nations. Thus, there are appointed minister for health, education, transport etc. at a local level, as a pose to higher up officials. At regional and national levels, the decisions made are more towards general management and the production of reforms.

Each council also has a civilian committee made up of a group of voluntary civilians who meet to discuss important issues. These groups appoint two heads of committee, who are part of the regional civilian committee. This is a group of six who report to the national board, to represent the average person.

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At the top level, the government is arranged into:

Head of State
Assistants
3 Regional Liasons
18 Council Liasons
Head of Departments (Transport, Health, Education etc.)
Military Heads (Air Force, Navy, Army)
6 Heads of Civilian Committees

This top level board meets to discuss important political, economic and military concerns. Here, a proportional level of democracy is also involved - the head of state has more votes than, say, a council liason. This blend of socialism and democracy is hopefully the thing that holds our nation together.

Appointments:

Head of State: Vladimir Dal
Foreign Minister: Vladimir Mayakovsky
North Region Head: Elem Klimov
South Region Head: Pavel Lungin
East Region Head: Georgi Daneliya
Transport Minister: Mikhail Romm
Health Minister: Sergey Lazarev
Education Minister: Michael Chekhov
Economy Minister: Stepan Krasheninnikov
Culture Minister: Dmitri Maksutov
Sports and Fitness Minister: Andrei Sakharov
Food Minister: Boris Rybakov
Industry Minister: Tatyana Zaslavskaya
Employment and Pensions Minister: Sabir Yunusov
Defence Minister: Viktor Abakumov
Justice Minister: Igor Larionov

Economy

GDP per capita: $6,852
GDP per sector: Agriculture 4.6% Industry 39.1% Services 56.3%
Labor force: 46.23 million
Unemployment rate: 10.14%
Industries: Automobile Manufacturing, Ironworks, Manufacture and Assembly, Electronics, Nuclear
Exports: Machinery, Vehicles, Chemicals, Metals and Manufactures, TV's, Nuclear Components
Currency: Ruucel (RCE)
Fiscal year: Calendar year
Tax Rate: 22% basic rate
Economy Type: Planned economy

Agroprom uses a slightly different form of socialist economy from other nations. The use of central planning is used to an extent - the regional and national economic boards place yearly orders to the local economic committees, who have the power to fulfill these orders how they wish.

These orders are commonly set based on the results of the year before. If the districts meet these goals, they gain awards based on performance - more consumer products, cultural rewards etc. This means that there is always an incentive for hard work. An example of this could be a district being placed an order for one million tonnes of steel and being told to begin building a heavy manufacturing plant.

However, unlike other socialist economies, a focus is made on consumer products. Local authorities are encouraged to fund companies to produce consumer goods and sell to local consumers, and sell to other districts. This provides some healthy internal competition, as well as much needed consumer goods. One example of this is the regionally famous Rizeka LCD TV company based in Petrya - these TV's are sold both abroad and in country.

Foreign trade is generally frowned upon - no foreign trade is allowed unless sanctioned by the government. It is felt that everything needed should be built in country - foreign goods will only be bought in the case of state requirement, where the nation will ultimately benefit. Currently, foreign trade is a priority for the government, to strengthen the economy as much as possible. This is being done, for example, in Theoroshia, where a new trade port and assembly facility is being constructed by Agroprom.

Religion

For Agroprom, Culture and Religion are the things used to replace the desire for wealth and objects of great cost. There is great focus made on the fact that pride in your country and faith in your lord will make you far happier than a new dishwasher or car. The official religion of Agroprom is Catholic Christianity - though Socialism and religion is a strange mix, we find that they compliment each other in a way that is to be commended.

A great deal of money is made to allow the building of religious buildings and expansion of religious groups. Pride in religion is one thing that is lacking in the modern day - it is taught that the morals of religion are the things people are lacking. One example of a religious project "Infinity 2008", a religious musical and festival tour.

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Great Church of Rostok

Culture

Culture is a massive part of Agroprom's identity. Great cultural projects are the centre of much of the governments budget - the philosophy being that a happy nation will work harder and have less problems. These projects were also in place back in Kazakhstania, and seemed to work very well.

There are various examples of these projects in every day use. There are musical venues in every city, theatre and cinema groups are given government subsidies, and sports projects based in schools are given a great deal of importance.

Example number one is the new AMX Arena in Petrya. This 12,500 seat arena will be host to almost nightly musical and cultural events, and will be the location of many religious meetings as well. This is one of the large, new symbols of culture in Agroprom and was built last year to give a boost to music in the area.

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Example number two is the building of hundreds of new small sports facilities around the country, encouraging young people to take up sports. The start up of the "work places league" was also done, where company teams were financed by government taxes in various sports, to allow people to continue with their sports long after they have left school. The idea behind this is of course, that a fitter, stronger workforce will be happier and more willing to work.

Similar ideas are applied to young people, particularly the 13-18 year olds. Alcoholism and the "nothing to do" theory plague certain other countries - it is felt that through music, cinema and even video games can keep people off the streets. There are massive under 18 discounts in place everywhere, and masses of cafe's open to late at night. This has become as much a part of the culture of Agroprom as anything else - it is no longer a preventitive measure as much as a part of life.

This is being symbolised by the entry of the nation into as many international sports as possible. Huge efforts are being made to conjure up an interest in the World Cup this year, starting with public screenings of the Baptism of Fire events. The Ture of Qazok is also being shown on major TV channels - this is a major concern for the government.

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Infrastructure

Airports:
over 3,047 m: 5
2,438 to 3,047 m: 12
1,524 to 2,437 m: 11
914 to 1,523 m: 68
under 914 m: 12
Ports: Rostok, Avon, Azuur, Atryau

The infrastructure is part of a large program of growth in Agroprom. There are efficient intercity road networks, but when you get off the beaten track, things can become cramped and somewhat basic. This is being rectified by large road re-development programs. However, due to restrictions on car sales, these are not the centre of attention in Agroprom. A large intercity rail network is almost completed which will link all villages, towns and cities. The same can be said for the intercity and inner-city bus networks. Rostok is the center for a small subway development program, due to be introduced into Petrya as well.

Almost all industrial transportation in Agroprom is done by rail. The industrial rail network is almost entirely seperate from the commuter network, allowing for a fast, efficient industrial rail network. This is almost a pride of Agroprom, and is similar to systems in the old Soviet Russia and Germany.

There are three major international airports in Rostok, Sharnokyl and Petrya and various small airfields around the nation. Aerospace is at an early point in Agroprom, and is slowly growing.

Industry

Industry is of great importance in Agroprom. Due to a lack of hi-tech industry in the nation, and the relatively low skilled labour required for manufacturing, the medium and heavy industry sectors in Agroprom are growing at a massive rate. Rostok is the main centre of industry in the area thanks to its location on the coast, with a huge sector in steel production. Also produced here are things such as ships, large mechanical engineering projects and a centre of assembly.

Sharnokyl's location at the great lakes means it is the centre of Agroproms Nuclear Power program. Two VVER reactors were left behind after Kazakhstania folded, and have since been used by Agroprom as part of their power network. A further four reactors of the RBMK-2000 are currently being built around 30 miles out of the city. Also based in the city is a huge medium manufacturing facility and a coal sorting facility.

Petrya's main industry is the production of minor components and assembly of major components to be sent to Agroprom. Also here are two large coal power plants, a huge TV production centre, a large food production facility and an electronics facility Petrya is the largest growing city in Agroprom due to its wide variety of industrys.

Education

Education is another primary concern to Agroprom. The children are, indeed, our future. There is a two layer education program, primary and secondary. These layers take children all the way up to the age of 18. However, children are entirely up to their own devices - any children who are not making 100% effort will not be given extra attention and will be punished severely. Furthermore, in order to get the best levels of education, this must be proven. For example, those with good grades will be allowed to study Medicine and Engineering, those with bad grades will be given more vocational education. Any lack of effort or attendance will result in a state of working imprisonment.

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Vladamir Dal University of Rostok

Colleges and university's are free to attend, if you have the correct levels of knowledge prior to attendance. University's are of a high quality in Agroprom - there are 8 University's in the country, all offering top quality courses. Also being offered are a wide variety of work experience programs. These are a higher level of vocational education, and offer a method of increased education for older people.

The University's are as follows:

Vladamir Dal University of Rostok
Rostok University
Restov Engineering College
Chelyabinsk University
Sharnokyl University
University of Medicine Sharnokyl
Vladamir Dal University of Petrya
University of Petrya

Health

The health service in Agroprom is free for all - the National Service of Health is a massive government paid organisation. Every citizen has access to various health centers and there are over 30 hospitals nationwide. A focus is also made with education of personal health, and maintaining fitness and health. There are also many mobile and local clinics to provide local health on minor matters. This includes basic doctors services and prescriptions.

There are also a variety of Medicinal University's providing added service for students and trainee's, providing great medical education. One example is the huge (5,000 people) University of Medicine Sharnokyl, which trains hundreds of doctors and nurses per year.

Foreign Relations

Agroprom maintains a traditional structure of foreign relations, include various diplomatic channels and an embassy system. Currently part of no alliance but working to grow to be a powerful nation as part of a region, Agroprom hopes to be sometime become important on a international scale.

Embassy's:

Roma V - Rome
Greston - Easen, Capital Square
Aniane - Theed
Auror Tauri - Torino

Current Feuds: None

Current Wars: None

Defense Level: Green (Low)

Military

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Military Name: Peoples Armed Forces of Agroprom (VVA)
Military Budget: ~2.2%
Military Branches: Air Force (AV), Army (VV), Naval Force (NV)
Commander: Head of State Vladamir Dal
Branch Commanders:
Air Force (AV): Air Marshal Nikolai Yavk
Army (VV): Field Marshal Volkov Trezne
Navy (NV): Grand Admiral Mikhail Petrya
Total Service Personnel: 407,358

Air Force (AV)

Emblem:
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Commander: Air Marshal Nikolai Yavk
HQ Location: AVB Rostok
Number of Personnel: 101,831
Date of Formation: 2nd February 2005

Stations

AVB Rostok
One 3,049m runway, one 1,997m runway
HQ of Air Force
HQ of Air Marshal Yavk
Squadron Commander, Air General Hach
Home of 1, 4 and 7 Squadrons
Home of 12G Ground Defence Squadron

AVB Sharnokyl
One 2,861m runway, one 2,544m runway, one 1,867m runway.
Squadron Commander, Air General Zeitsev
Home of 2 and 5 Squadrons
Home of 13G Ground Defence Squadron

AVB Petrya
One 2,789m runway, one 2,089m runway.
Squadron Commander, Air General Komatev
Home of 3 and 6 Squadrons
Home of 14G Ground Defence Squadron

AVB Igla

One 3,142m runway, one 3,419m runway.
Squadron Commander, Air General Kers
Home of 8, 9 and 11 Squadrons
Home of 15G Ground Defence Squadron

AVB Atryau

One 3,221m runway
Squadron Commander, Air General Engels
Home of 10, 17 and 18 Squadron
Home of 16G Ground Defence Squadron

Squadrons

1 Squadron
Squadron Leader Dmitri Antanov
48 Su-30MKI Fighter Aircraft
12 Su-30MKI Reserve Aircraft
2 Squadron
Squadron Leader Nicholas Roerich
3 Squadron
Squadron Leader Alexandr Zhdanov

4 Squadron
Squadron Leader Ilya Repin
48 Su-27P Fighter Aircraft
12 Su-27S Reserve Aircraft
8 Squadron
Squadron Leader Anatoly Gladilin

5 Squadron
Squadron Leader Konstantin Balmont
32 Su-25KM Attack Aircraft
16 Su-25T Attack Aircraft
12 Su-25T Reserve Aircraft

6 Squadron
Squadron Leader Aleksandr Blok
16 Su-24M Bomber Aircraft
8 Su-34IB Bomber Aircraft
8 Su-24M Reserve Aircraft

7 Squadron
Squadron Leader Afanasy Fet
2 An-70MKI Refueling Aircraft
2 Il-76MKI Refueling Aircraft

9 Squadron
Squadron Leader Lev Kassil
24 Il-76MF Transport Aircraft
24 Il-76MD Transport Aircraft

10 Squadron
Squadron Leader Vyacheslav Ivanov
48 Yak-130 Jet Trainer Aircraft
48 K-12 Trainer Aircraft

11 Squadron
Squadron Leader Lev Kassil
48 Il-76MD Transport Aircraft

12G-16G Ground Defence Squadrons

17 Squadron
Squadron Leader Leonid Leonov
4 Il-76MKI Refueling Aircraft

18 Squadron
Squadron Leader Apollon Maykov
24 An-70 Transport Aircraft