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This Basic Confidentiality Agreement template is designed for use in the Philippines, providing a fundamental framework for protecting confidential information in various business contexts. It incorporates essential requirements from Philippine legislation, including the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173), the Civil Code, and relevant provisions of the Intellectual Property Code. The agreement is particularly useful for businesses engaging with new partners, employees, or service providers where confidential information needs to be shared. It includes core confidentiality provisions, security requirements, and enforcement mechanisms while remaining adaptable to different business relationships. This template is structured to be compliant with Philippine jurisdiction requirements while maintaining international best practices for confidentiality protection.

1. Parties: Identification of the disclosing and receiving parties, including their legal names, addresses, and company registration details if applicable

2. Background: Brief context explaining the purpose of the agreement and the relationship between the parties

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms, especially 'Confidential Information', 'Permitted Purpose', and 'Representatives'

4. Confidentiality Obligations: Core obligations regarding the protection and non-disclosure of confidential information

5. Permitted Uses: Specific purposes for which the confidential information may be used

6. Security Measures: Required procedures and safeguards for protecting confidential information

7. Return or Destruction: Requirements for handling confidential information upon termination or request

8. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination

9. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of breach and available legal remedies

10. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement