Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing civil law matters in Singapore, providing the fundamental framework for contract law and civil obligations
Law of Property Act (Cap. 160): Legislation governing property rights and interests, including the transfer and assignment of property rights in Singapore
Assignment of Receivables (UNIDROIT Convention) Act 2024: Recent legislation implementing international standards for assignment of receivables, particularly relevant for cross-border assignments
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Regulatory framework for companies in Singapore, including provisions affecting corporate assignments and transfers
Law of Assignment: Common law principles governing both equitable and legal assignments, including requirements for valid assignments and their enforcement
Law of Novation: Legal principles governing the substitution of one party for another in a contract, distinct from assignment
Notice Requirements: Legal requirements for giving notice to relevant parties in an assignment, crucial for perfecting the assignment
Stamp Duties Act: Tax legislation governing stamp duty implications on document execution and transfer of certain rights
MAS Regulations: Monetary Authority of Singapore regulations that may apply if the cession involves financial assets or regulated entities
Competition Law: Legal framework ensuring the cession does not create anti-competitive effects in the market
