Kyiv Post Cartoons, issue 5

NEWS ITEM: The Security Service of Ukraine prevented a “shareholder meeting” of Chinese investors who are trying to acquire Motor Sich, a major manufacturer of aircraft engines in Ukraine. The meeting was scheduled for Jan. 31 in the city of Zaporizhia. Ukraine has recently imposed sanctions against the would-be shareholders, including Chinese firm Skyrizon and its parent company, Beijing Xinwei Technology Group. Reportedly, there were no Chinese investors inside the building. Nevertheless, Motor Sich, employees gathered outside to protest against what they call the illegal takeover of the company.