Securities and Futures Act (SFA): Primary legislation governing securities, futures, and fund management activities in Singapore. Establishes licensing requirements and regulatory framework for asset managers.
Financial Advisers Act (FAA): Regulates financial advisory services in Singapore, including requirements for providing investment advice and marketing of investment products.
Companies Act: Fundamental legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore, relevant for corporate structure and governance requirements.
Trust Companies Act: Regulates trust business activities and trust companies in Singapore, particularly relevant if trust structures are involved in asset management.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore providing detailed requirements for asset management operations.
Code on Collective Investment Schemes: Specific regulations governing the establishment and management of collective investment schemes in Singapore.
AML/CFT Regulations: Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism regulations requiring specific due diligence and monitoring procedures.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, requiring specific privacy protection measures.
GST Act: Tax legislation relevant for fee structures and financial transactions in asset management services.
CMS License Requirements: Capital Markets Services licensing requirements for conducting regulated activities under the SFA.
Common Reporting Standard (CRS): International standard for automatic exchange of financial account information, requiring specific reporting procedures.
FATCA Requirements: US Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act requirements applicable when dealing with US persons or entities.
