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Mishko Ermolai
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Mishko Ermolai (born 7 July 1949) is an Agausian politician who served as the 8th Prime Minister of Agausia until his resignation amidst a backdrop of intense political drama and turmoil within the Agausian government. Prior to assuming the role of Prime Minister, Ermolai served as a member of the Agausian Parliament, representing the Tsentri region's tenth district for more than two decades. He is affiliated with the Social Democratic Party, a significant political force in Agausia. Ermolai's political career spans several decades, marked by various leadership roles within his party and the parliament.
Ermolai's political influence extended beyond his parliamentary duties. From 2018 to 2022, he held the position of Chair of the New Green-Left Alliance, a significant majority voting bloc in the Agausian parliament. Additionally, he has previously served as the chair of the Social Democratic Party, showcasing his leadership and organizational skills within the party structure.
Born in the Agausi Soviet Socialist Republic, Ermolai has a background in military service, having served in the Armed Forces of the Agausi SSR, where he attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. His military experience likely contributes to his disciplined approach to politics and governance.
Early life and education [back to contents]
Mishko Gustav Ermolai (Miḱo Gust́avie Ermolai) was born on 7 July 1949 in the city of Romda, Tsentri region, Agausi Soviet Socialist Republic. His father Gustav served in the military then worked as a local police officer in the city of Romda. His mother Halia was a doula and, after the birth of Mishko's older sister Kupalina, a stay-at-home mother.
When Mishko graduated secondary school, he began an apprenticeship at an electrician in the nearby city of Mshbukia. When Ermolai turned 22 he left his path as an electrician and decided to follow in his father's footsteps. He joined the Armed Forces of the Agausi SSR where he served in the Navy. He was able to rise to the rank of Lieutenant colonel and served for 12 years. He never saw combat but served in the Navy during a time of heightened tension in the Black Sea due to the Cold War.
After completing his military service, at 35 years old, Mishko attended the People's University Msubukia (renamed the Agausian University Msubukia in 1992) where he received a bachelor's degree in Political Management and a master's in Public Policy.
In 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union, Kupalina and her husband, Hungarian born, Henrik Meszaros moved to Budapest and have lived there ever since. After university Ermolai got a job with the Romda city government.
After snap elections were called in 1994 Ermolai successfully ran for a seat in the Agausian Parliament. He defeated incumbent Andreti Siminonvi (RM).
Military service [back to contents]
In 1972, at 22, Mishko Ermolai joined the Naval Forces of the Agausi SSR. His father was a navy officer and served with the Black Sea fleet. 1978 Ermolai received an honorary medal when he saved two fellow crewmembers after an onboard explosion caused his vessel to sink.
He never saw combat, but did serve during a time of tension due to the Cold War. Ermolai served on a Nanuchka I class corvette and later a Krivak-class frigate. He worked in electrical at first, but then quickly worked his way up due to his reputation of being levelheaded and straight forward leader.
During his time in the service, he spent most of his time patrolling the Agausi Soviet Socialist Republic's territorial waters. However, he did participate in several weapon transports between Soviet Russia and Ukraine, and Russia and Agausia.
It was during his time in the navy when Ermolai met his future wife. Mishko was home on leave when he met Iveta Zaslavski in a bar in the seaside city of Ghashia.
When he retired in 1984, at the age of 35, he received another honorary medal for his years of service. A plaque also bares his names in a park in the village of Lurzhi Talghebi. It was off the coast near the village where the explosion of 1978 occurred. Three crewmen lost their lives, and two were left forever disabled.
Political career [back to contents]
Ermolai graduated university with his master's just after the collapse of the Soviet Union, he was 42 at the time. It was during this era of political change that Mishko Ermolai entered the world of politics. Together with his bachelor's degree in Political Management and a master's in Public Policy Ermolai began working with the city of Romda and served as a policy advisor for the Tsentri regional council. He also served as an official liaison between the regional and national parliaments.
When the parliament dissolved in early 1994, after the unsteady governing coalition fell apart and no government could be formed. Ermolai decided to use his experience and run for a seat in the Agausian Parlaiment. Ermolai ran for parliament as a Social Democrat and received the party's endorsement. Despite him being a first-time candidate Ermolai was running in the district in which he was born. His main opponent was incumbent Andreti Siminonvi (RM).
In the following snap elections Ermolai won his seat with 45% of the vote. Siminonvi received 41% and three other candidates received a combined 14%. Since that election in 1994 Ermolai served as the MP for constituency TSĖ-10 in central Romda. During his time in parliament, he has served in several key committees. From 2000 until 2009 he served as the Social Democratic Party chair. During his tenure as Party chair, he was instrumental in the drafting of the current Agausian Constitution - adopted in 2003. During this time the center-right National Coalition had a majority in parliament, and Ermolai was known for his ability to reach over the isle and compromise with the government.
Ermolai announced he would not seek reelection for party chair after parliament ended its last session in 2009. He was succeeded by Zaza Kipaini, but Kipaini political history didn't last long. While no longer party chair, Ermolai continued to serve as an MP where Agausia's often fragmented political arena have shaped him into a bold negotiator. In 2018 Ermolai was elected to be the New Green-Left Alliance Chair - that tenure will end at the end of 2022.
Prime minister [back to contents]
On 6 February 2023 Mishko Ermolai was confirmed as the 8th Agausian Prime Minister. The vote was 79 in favor and 66 against.
Deputy Prime Minister - Simon Samtsėkoe (PMK)
Minister of Finance - Mikeil Ḱonst́ant́ines (SD)
Minister of Defence - Dumitru Petrania (SD) (- Dec. 8 2023), (Acting) Ant́o Ṕlemāniḱovi (SD) (Dec. 8 2023 -)
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Integration - Maksim Ṕanosi (SD)
Minister of Economy, Infrastructure and Development - Ion Ramont́i (SD)
Minister of Internal Affairs, Regional Development, Tourism and Local Economies - Lila Mamedovi (SD)
Minister of Justice - Dimit́ro Ndobā(GA)
Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Food Policy - Anat́oli Soplisie (PMK)
Minister of Health, Social and Labor Protections - T́imote Ḱurani (AS)
Minister of Education, Culture, Research and Sports - Anamarā Nėmet́i (SD)
Minister of Public Administration and Information - Āgėnḱa T́arṕini (PMK)
Political Drama and Resignation [back to contents]
The resignation of Mishko Ermolai from his role as Prime Minister on 6 May 2024, unfolded amidst intense political drama and turmoil within the Agausian government. Ermolai's resignation came amid growing dissatisfaction with the government's performance and mounting pressure from various political factions.
The political landscape in Agausia was characterized by simmering tensions and power struggles, infighting within the coalition, and low approval ratings. This, coupled with opposition parties' gains in local and regional elections, created a climate of instability.
President Simona Aioviḱara's ultimatum demanding the resignation of the entire cabinet further escalated the situation. The president's move was interpreted as an attempt to consolidate power and address public discontent ahead of crucial regional elections. However, it also highlighted the rift between the presidency and the government.
Facing mounting pressure and a political landscape fraught with uncertainty, Mishko Ermolai took the decision to resign from his position as Prime Minister along with his entire cabinet.
Personal life [back to contents]
Mishko was born in the city of Romda during the time when Agausia was part of the Soviet Union. His father Gustav served in the military then worked as a local police officer in the city of Romda. His mother Halia was a doula and, after the birth of Mishko's older sister Kupalina, a stay-at-home mother.
Kupalina, Mishko's sister, was only one year old when Mishko was born. The two had a very close relationship growing up. Unfortunately for the two, their parents suffered a messy divorced in 1983 and the siblings saw each other supporting different sides. Mishko supported his father while his sister their mother. This would result in a split that was never resolved between the two close siblings. In 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union, Kupalina and her husband, Hungarian born, Henrik Meszaros moved to Budapest and have lived there ever since.
In 1980, while still serving in the Agausian Navy, Ermolai married Iveta Mamuri. After getting married the two quickly become pregnant with their first child. Zaakaria was born a year later. Today she lives in Tamara with her husband and two children. Andria was born in 1988, and today he is bank manager in Romda. He also lives with his wife and their one child in Dachrili, a town just southwest of Romda.
Mishko Ermolai is reported to speak five languages: Agausian, Russian, German, English and Greek. He is also known for his love of soccer and tennis. He is also a heavy smoker.
Criticisms and controversies [back to contents]
In 2015 Ermolai was one of eleven MPs accused of trying to hide and subdue evidence of the Chairman of the Parliament, Janev Nalalhev's (SD) corruption and embezzlement. Nalalhev was the first Social Democratic Chairman since 1999. Ermolai claims that when he found out about Nalalhev's actions he advised him to step down and turn himself in. However, investigators claimed that there were several factors that tied him to other MPs who were burying evidence. Nalalhev stepped down after only four months and was subsequently charged with embezzlement. No charges were ever brought against Ermolai or any of the other MPs involved.
In 2019 during the electoral reform amendment debate Mishko Ermolai, who was alliance chair at the time, led the internal decent for the policy. His main worry was the new threshold would bar smaller parties entering the national legislature. Ermolai went on record to say that "supporters of minor parties are effectively being disenfranchised and denied their right of representation by someone of their choosing." When the amendment was finally voted on only Ermolai and five other Social Democrats voted against the measure, united with the entire opposition three members of the United Alliance and the New Socialists. The amendment passed 52% to 48%.
Ermolai's tenure as Prime Minister was marred by internal strife within the ruling coalition, diminishing public confidence, and significant opposition gains in local and regional elections. The government's failure to address critical issues facing the nation, coupled with escalating tensions between the presidency and the cabinet, further exacerbated concerns regarding Ermolai's leadership abilities.
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