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What must a foreign company demonstrate to initiate a scheme process in Singapore?
What factor might Singapore courts consider when deciding on a judicial management order?
Which of the following statements about the definition of a 'company' under the IRDA is accurate?
In the case of Deutsche Bank v APP, what was a key reason the judicial management application was dismissed?
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What is a requirement for a foreign company to be placed under judicial management in Singapore?
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What does the term 'Centre of Main Interests' (COMI) refer to in the context of international insolvency?
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Which of the following correctly describes the roles of foreign liquidators under the UNCITRAL Model Law?
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In which scenario would a recognition order issued by the Singapore courts provide automatic relief?
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What is one key characteristic of foreign non-main proceedings under the UNCITRAL Model Law?
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What does Article 20(3) of the UNCITRAL Model Law stipulate regarding stays and suspensions?
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Which of the following is not a provision of the UNCITRAL Model Law?
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Which statement accurately reflects the significance of the debtor's registered office in determining COMI?
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What type of legislative framework does the UNCITRAL Model Law provide in relation to foreign insolvency?
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What must courts ensure when granting relief in foreign proceedings?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor for determining substantial connection in Singapore?
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What happens to the assets of a foreign company after liquidation in its place of incorporation?
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Which of the following is true regarding the UNCITRAL Model Law?
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Under Section 246(1)(d) of the IRDA, a foreign company can be wound up in Singapore if what condition is met?
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Regarding the administration of liquidation for a foreign company, what must the liquidator consider first?
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Which of the following is a requirement for a foreign company to be registered under Singapore's Companies Act?
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What does the Singapore regulatory framework stipulate regarding foreign companies using Singapore law?
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Study Notes
Introduction - international insolvency or restructuring
- Involves debtors, creditors, and assets located in different countries.
- Parallel legal proceedings may occur in multiple jurisdictions.
Topics
- Powers of foreign liquidators or insolvency office holders in Singapore.
- Jurisdiction of Singapore courts in winding up foreign companies.
- Administration of foreign company assets in Singapore when the company is in liquidation.
- Invoking local restructuring legislation in support of foreign insolvency proceedings.
UNCITRAL Model Law
- The Model Law serves as a platform for foreign insolvency office holders to access courts in enacting states.
- It allows for recognition and assistance to foreign insolvency proceedings.
- It provides guidance for cooperation and coordination between courts and insolvency appointment holders of different states.
- No reciprocity requirement.
Recognition and Assistance under the UNCITRAL Model Law
- The Model Law facilitates recognition and assistance for foreign insolvency proceedings.
- The extent of recognition and assistance depends on whether the foreign liquidator is appointed in the Center of Main Interests (COMI).
Center of Main Interests (COMI)
- The COMI refers to the place where the debtor's central administration is located.
- The law provides a rebuttable presumption that the debtor's registered office is its COMI.
Foreign Main Proceeding vs. Foreign Non-Main Proceeding
- Foreign main proceeding: A recognition order results in automatic relief.
- Foreign non-main proceeding: Powers and reliefs are subject to discretion of the Singapore courts.
Relief for Foreign Main Proceedings
- Relief includes stays against proceedings and execution.
- Relief does not affect security rights over debtor property, repossession of goods, and creditor set-off rights.
Relief for Foreign Non-Main Proceedings
- Courts may grant reliefs like examination of witnesses, taking evidence, or providing information regarding debtor assets, affairs, rights, or obligations.
Protection of Interests
- When granting relief, courts must be satisfied that the interests of creditors (including secured creditors) and other interested persons, including the debtor, are adequately protected
Case Examples
- Cases like Re Opti-Medix, Re Tai Soo Suk (Hanjin Shipping), and Beluga Shipping provide relevant common law principles.
Jurisdiction of Singapore Courts to Wind Up Foreign Companies
- Section 246(1)(d) of the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act (IRDA) states that foreign companies can be wound up in Singapore only if they have a substantial connection with the country.
Factors Determining Substantial Connection
- Singapore is the center of main interests of the foreign company.
- The company conducts business in Singapore or has a place of business there.
- The company is registered under the Companies Act.
- The company has substantial assets in Singapore.
- The company has chosen Singapore law as a governing law for transactions.
- The company has submitted to Singapore courts for dispute resolution.
Administration of a Foreign Company's Liquidation
- Issues arise regarding the transmission of assets to the principal liquidation in the place of incorporation.
- For certain types of foreign companies, the liquidator in Singapore must first pay debts incurred locally before transmitting remaining assets.
Invoking Singapore Processes in Cross-Border Restructuring
- The UNCITRAL Model Law does not cover restructuring of debts and liabilities.
- Foreign companies can initiate a scheme of arrangement or judicial management process.
Scheme of Arrangement
- A foreign company seeking to initiate a scheme process in Singapore must be liable to be wound up there.
Judicial Management
- A foreign company may apply for judicial management under the IRDA definition of "company."
Judicial Management Order
- Courts consider the connection with Singapore and other factors when deciding on a judicial management order.
Example of a Judicial Management Application Dismissal
- In Deutsche Bank v APP, the application was dismissed due to uncertainties over the judicial managers' control of foreign subsidiaries.
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Explore the complexities of international insolvency and restructuring. This quiz covers the role of foreign liquidators, jurisdiction of Singapore courts, and the implementation of the UNCITRAL Model Law. Test your understanding of the cooperation between jurisdictions in insolvency proceedings.