Singapore vs Hong Kong: Corporate Governance, Secretarial Obligations and Director Duties Compared (2026)

When founders, investors, and multinational firms choose between Singapore and Hong Kong as their primary Asia-Pacific base, the conversation usually starts with tax rates and incorporation costs. But corporate governance quality, secretarial obligations, and director liability exposure are increasingly important factors — particularly for companies seeking institutional investment, regulatory approval, or a credible compliance track [...]

Understanding Drag-Along Rights in Singapore Shareholder Agreements

Drag-along rights are one of the most commercially consequential — and frequently misunderstood — provisions in any Singapore shareholders' agreement. When properly structured, they protect majority shareholders' ability to complete a clean exit. When poorly drafted, they become a source of expensive dispute between investors and founders. This guide explains what drag-along rights are, how [...]

The Corporate and Accounting Laws (Amendment) Act 2025 Has Commenced: What Every Singapore Director Must Do Now

On 6 May 2026, key provisions of the Corporate and Accounting Laws (Amendment) Act 2025 (the "Amendment Act") formally commenced in Singapore. For company directors — whether executive, non-executive, or nominee — the changes are immediate and significant. The maximum fine for breaching core director duties has quadrupled from S$5,000 to S$20,000. A new category [...]

Corporate & Accounting Laws Amendment Act 2025: What Directors Must Do Now (Effective 6 May 2026)

On 6 May 2026, key provisions of the Corporate and Accounting Laws (Amendment) Act 2025 commenced operation in Singapore. This is one of the most significant updates to the Companies Act in recent years — and if your company has not yet reviewed its governance arrangements, you are already behind. The changes are not incremental. [...]

Understanding Drag-Along Rights in Singapore Shareholder Agreements

If you are buying or selling a Singapore private company, the smoothness of that exit will often turn on two unassuming clauses tucked into the shareholders' agreement: drag-along and tag-along rights. They look technical. They feel like boilerplate. But they decide whether a majority owner can deliver 100% of the equity to a buyer, and [...]

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