Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Primary legislation governing securities trading, creation of security interests, and defining securities. Contains key requirements for dealing in securities and establishing security interests.
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Core legislation governing creation and registration of charges over shares, requirements for share transfers and pledges, and registration requirements with ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority).
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Legislation governing the collection, use, disclosure and handling of personal data of individuals involved in the security agreement.
Stamp Duties Act (Cap. 312): Legislation governing stamp duty implications and requirements for share transfers and creation of security interests.
Singapore Exchange (SGX) Rules: Regulatory framework applicable when listed shares are involved in the security agreement, including disclosure and compliance requirements.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines from the Monetary Authority of Singapore covering financial regulatory requirements and anti-money laundering considerations.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Legislation to consider if the security arrangement could trigger ownership or control thresholds that may have competition law implications.
Singapore Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts under Singapore jurisdiction.
Equitable Principles: Legal principles relating to security interests, including principles of equity and fairness in security arrangements.
Corporate Law Principles: Fundamental principles regarding share transfers, encumbrances, and corporate governance under Singapore law.
