A video of a family from China allegedly cutting the queue at Universal Studios Singapore (USS) has sparked heated debate online, drawing a flood of reactions from both Singaporeans and foreigners. The incident, which was filmed and uploaded on social media, shows the family bypassing others in line, leading to frustration among park visitors.
Many netizens condemned the behaviour, describing it as “rude” and “self-entitled”. Some highlighted that queue-cutting is a common complaint involving tourists, particularly from the mainland, with one commenter saying, “They never learn how to queue. Even in their own country also like that.” Another remarked that such actions reflect poorly on Chinese tourists abroad, while others shared similar experiences of encountering queue-cutting on buses and at Sentosa.
Divided opinions among netizens
While a large number of comments criticised the act, some urged others not to generalise or stereotype all Chinese nationals. One user pointed out that “not all Chinese are like that”, while another stressed that Singaporeans are not perfect either, recalling instances where locals have also been caught cutting queues.
Others suggested more constructive ways to handle such situations, such as informing theme park staff or security. A few even joked that the video should be shared on Chinese social platforms like WeChat or Xiaohongshu to “make them famous back home”.
Calls for better etiquette and awareness
Queue-cutting has long been a sore point in Singapore, a country where orderly queuing is seen as part of social courtesy. Some netizens voiced concerns that such behaviour sets a poor example for children, with one comment noting, “She’s setting a very bad example for her three kids.”
Despite the anger, a handful of voices reminded the public not to let incidents like this spoil their day out. “Dear Singaporeans, relax! Have fun at the park. Don’t let just one family cutting queue make you unhappy,” one user wrote.
The incident adds to the ongoing conversation about tourist behaviour in Singapore, with many calling for greater respect for local customs and social norms. For now, it serves as another reminder that even small acts of inconsideration can quickly go viral in today’s social media age.