Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, enforceability, and contractual obligations and rights in Singapore. Essential foundation for any financial agreement.
Banking Act (Cap. 19): Regulates banking services and financial institutions in Singapore, including regulatory compliance requirements for financial transactions and services.
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Governs securities, derivatives, and investment products, including licensing requirements and trading regulations for financial market activities.
Moneylenders Act (Cap. 188): Regulates lending activities, including interest rate restrictions and licensing requirements for moneylenders in Singapore.
Currency Act (Cap. 69): Legislation governing transactions involving Singapore currency and related monetary matters.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including financial information, with specific privacy obligations for organizations.
AML/CFT Regulations: Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism regulations, including due diligence requirements and reporting obligations.
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant for electronically executed financial agreements.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, providing specific requirements for various types of financial services and transactions.
