Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Primary legislation governing securities, futures, and financial instruments in Singapore. Key for debenture issuance, prospectus requirements, and offering regulations.
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Fundamental legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore, including provisions related to creation and issuance of debentures by companies.
Banking Act (Cap. 19): Regulates banking institutions and their activities in Singapore, relevant if the debenture involves banking institutions.
Financial Advisers Act (Cap. 110): Regulates financial advisory services and distribution of investment products, including debentures.
MAS Guidelines and Regulations: Regulatory framework and guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore governing financial instruments and securities.
SGX Listing Rules: Rules and requirements for listing securities on the Singapore Exchange, applicable if the debentures are to be listed.
Securities and Futures (Offers of Investments) Regulations 2018: Specific regulations governing the offering of investment products, including disclosure and procedural requirements.
Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore.
Stamp Duties Act (Cap. 312): Governs stamp duty obligations on financial instruments and their transfer in Singapore.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore, relevant for KYC and investor information.
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations: Compliance requirements to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing in financial transactions.
Foreign Exchange Control Regulations: Rules governing foreign currency transactions and international fund transfers related to debenture investments.
