Securities and Futures Act (SFA): Primary legislation governing securities, futures, and fund management activities in Singapore. Sets out licensing requirements, market conduct rules, and regulatory framework.
Companies Act: Core legislation governing the formation, operation, and regulation of companies in Singapore, including corporate governance requirements.
Limited Partnerships Act: Legislation governing the establishment and operation of limited partnerships, which is a common structure for private equity funds.
Business Trusts Act: Legislation governing the establishment and operation of business trusts in Singapore, relevant if the fund structure involves a trust.
Financial Advisers Act: Regulates the provision of financial advisory services in Singapore, including investment advice and fund management.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore covering various aspects of fund management and financial services.
MAS Code on Collective Investment Schemes: Specific guidelines for the operation and management of collective investment schemes in Singapore.
Fund Management Companies Guidelines: Guidelines specific to licensing, registration, and conduct of business for fund management companies.
CMS License Requirements: Capital Markets Services licensing requirements for fund managers and other financial service providers.
AML/CFT Requirements: Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism regulations that must be incorporated into fund operations.
Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation in Singapore.
Personal Data Protection Act: Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore.
Income Tax Act: Tax legislation relevant for fund structures, management fees, and carried interest arrangements.
Trustees Act: Legislation governing trustee duties and responsibilities, relevant if the fund structure involves trusts.
Competition Law: Regulations governing anti-competitive behavior and merger control, relevant for investment activities.
