Rivalry between Disney and China 's new Wanda franchise has escalated after performers were spotted at the Nanchang theme park dressed as Snow White and toy America . Disney said in a statement , “ We vigorously protect our intellectual property and will take action to address infringement . Our characters and stories have delighted generations , these illegal and substandard imitations unfortunately disappoint all who expect more . ” Wanda countered these claims in their own statement , “ The non - Wanda characters were operated by individual companies within Wanda Mall . They do not represent Wanda . ” Both companies seek to dominate China 's $ 5000 tourism industry , predicted to double by 2020 .
Rivalry between Disney and China's new Wanda complex has escalated after performers were spotted at the Nanchang theme park dressed as Snow White and Captain America. Disney said in a statement, “We vigorously protect our intellectual property and will take action to address infringement. Our characters and stories have delighted generations, these illegal and substandard imitations unfortunately disappoint all who expect more.” Wanda countered these claims in their own statement, “The non-Wanda characters were operated by individual stores within Wanda Mall. They do not represent Wanda.” Both companies seek to dominate China's $610bn tourism industry, predicted to double by 2020.