Unlisted Companies: Section 16 of Companies Act, 2017 "Registration of memorandum and articles of association"
Reform IDF451
DescriptionEarlier, the memorandum and articles of association were required to be registered, with a nominated director submitting a declaration of compliance and all subscribers signing the documents before a witness. Now, the requirement for a memorandum of association is eliminated for unlisted companies, the articles of association are retained, and all crucial information is required to be included in the articles.
DepartmentSecurities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
Jurisdiction / LocationFederal - Entire Pakistan
SectorAll Sectors
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Target Deadline
Date Enacted
Implementation StatusIn Progress
Progress 25%
CCORR DirectionEliminate
Cost Savings PKR (Mil.)
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