Ormantayev

Ormantayev is the Kazakh national in charge of the complex political entity known as Baikonur. This city, which the Soviet Union built literally in the middle of nowhere, survives as an island of Russia in the middle of newly independent Kazakhstan. The actual ownership of the base is a matter of legal debate, but as a practical matter the Kazakhs act as proprietors, leasing the land to the Russians.

Mayor Ormantayev has been the leader of Baikonur for more then 25 years. He has the solid if unenthusiastic support of the people of Baikonur, and cordial relationships with the Russians on the base.

Ormantayev is the closest thing to a friend the Corporation has in Baikonur at the moment. He has a vested interest in keeping the project going. Do not trust him with classified information or materials, but treat him as an ally.