Bills of Exchange Act (Chapter 23): Primary legislation governing negotiable instruments and bills of exchange in Singapore, essential for Letter of Credit transactions
Banking Act (Chapter 19): Core banking legislation in Singapore that regulates banking institutions and their operations, including trade finance activities
Electronic Transactions Act (Chapter 88): Legislation governing electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant for electronic L/C processing
UCP 600: Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits - internationally recognized rules governing letter of credit operations
ISBP 745: International Standard Banking Practice - detailed guidelines for examination of documents under UCP 600
eUCP: Supplement to UCP 600 specifically dealing with electronic presentations of documents under Letters of Credit
MAS Guidelines on Risk Management Practices: Regulatory guidelines issued by Monetary Authority of Singapore for risk management in banking operations
MAS Notice 643: Regulatory notice on transactions with related parties, ensuring proper governance in banking operations
MAS Notice 612: Guidelines on credit risk management practices for banks in Singapore
Singapore Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Legislation governing sale of goods transactions, relevant for underlying trade transactions
International Enterprise Singapore Board Act: Legislative framework for international trade promotion and regulation
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Primary legislation governing company operations and corporate entities in Singapore
Regulation of Imports and Exports Act: Legislation controlling the import and export of goods in Singapore, crucial for transit trade
Strategic Goods (Control) Act: Controls on movement of strategic goods and technology through Singapore
Customs Act: Legislative framework for customs control, duties, and procedures in Singapore, essential for transit trade
