Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate borrowing powers, requirements for charges registration, directors' duties and responsibilities, and financial assistance restrictions
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulates debenture considerations, disclosure requirements, and securities offering regulations for loan notes
Income Tax Act: Governs tax treatment of interest payments, withholding tax obligations, and deductibility of interest expenses in loan arrangements
Moneylenders Act (Cap. 188): Ensures compliance with moneylending regulations and relevant exemptions for companies and shareholders
Contract Law (Common Law): Covers fundamental principles of contract formation, consideration requirements, and terms and conditions
Stamp Duties Act: Determines stamp duty obligations and requirements for loan documentation
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in loan documentation
MAS Guidelines: Provides regulatory framework for corporate lending and anti-money laundering requirements from the Monetary Authority of Singapore
Corporate Governance Code: Sets out principles and guidelines for corporate governance in relation to company transactions and obligations
Foreign Investment Regulations: Governs foreign investment aspects of shareholder loans where applicable
Exchange Control Regulations: Regulates currency exchange and foreign currency transactions related to shareholder loans
Bankruptcy Act: Provides framework for handling default scenarios and creditor rights in case of insolvency
