Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Primary legislation governing securities, trading, clearing facilities, and market conduct in Singapore. Essential for establishing the regulatory framework for securities accounts and their control.
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Fundamental legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore, relevant for corporate authority and execution requirements in control agreements.
Banking Act (Cap. 19): Regulates banking institutions and their operations in Singapore, particularly relevant when banks are involved as account holders or secured parties.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, ensuring compliance in handling account holder information.
Securities and Futures (Central Depository System) Regulations: Specific regulations governing the operation of securities depositories and the holding and transfer of book-entry securities.
MAS Guidelines on Control Agreements: Regulatory guidance from the Monetary Authority of Singapore on requirements and best practices for control agreements.
Securities and Futures (Licensing and Conduct of Business) Regulations: Regulations governing the conduct of business for securities trading and related activities.
Securities and Futures (Financial and Margin Requirements) Regulations: Regulations specifying financial and margin requirements for securities trading and custody.
Singapore Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore.
MAS Notice 626: Requirements for Prevention of Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism in securities transactions and account control.
SGX Rules and Regulations: Singapore Exchange rules governing securities trading, clearing, and settlement procedures.
Cross-border Securities Regulations: International regulations and principles applicable to cross-border securities transactions and control arrangements.
