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January 12, 2021 The Straits Times Young Singaporean parents or newlyweds giving out Chinese New Year (CNY) ang baos for the first time often have no clue about the market rates and red packet traditions. Understandably, Chinese New Year can be quite daunting for first-timers. After all, there was a lot less to worry about when all you had to do was “greet” your elders and receive free money. But if you’re now an ang bao “giver”, then there are a ton of rules and customs to follow. From auspicious numbers to the “ang bao hierarchy”, here’s a 101-guide on red packet etiquette for dummies. ....