When the ban was lifted again in 1997, most families had lost knowledge about their clan association.

Similarly, about 80 clan associations operated in the 1950s.

Successful public housing policies also made the people less inclined to approach the clan associations for assistance on housing issues.

In 1987, it established a computer centre and was the first clan association to conduct computer courses.

It is one of the many Overseas Chinese clan associations that was set up by immigrants from China in the late 19th century.

Chinese clan associations also play a role in maintaining dialects.

Knowing that it was important for him to be known by the public, Lee kept himself active in the guilds and Chinese clan associations.

Different strategies and ideas are being implemented to redefine the place of clan associations in the 21st century.

As time went on, many clan associations became extremely prosperous and their buildings grew to.

Each branch, of the Order, chose a clan association, often by who was in the area.