Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate actions in Singapore. Key sections include: Section 63 (Power to issue shares), Section 64A (Rights attached to shares), Section 161 (Directors' power to allot and issue shares), Section 162 (Registration of share issuance), and Section 63A (No par value shares)
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulates securities offerings and trading. Particularly relevant for public offerings, listed companies, and securities-related requirements
SGX Listing Rules: Applicable for listed companies, covering Chapter 8 (Changes in Capital), Chapter 9 (Interested Person Transactions), and General Share Issue Mandate requirements
Company Constitution: Company's foundational document that sets out share issuance procedures, directors' powers, pre-emptive rights, and share class rights
Stamp Duties Act: Legislation governing stamp duty requirements for share transfers and issuances
Corporate Governance Requirements: General corporate governance principles and best practices applicable to Singapore companies
Shareholders' Agreement: Any existing agreement between shareholders that may contain provisions affecting share issuance
Board Policies: Existing internal policies and procedures established by the board regarding share issuance
MAS Guidelines: Monetary Authority of Singapore guidelines that may be applicable, especially for financial institutions or listed companies
