Contract Law (Chapter 53A): Primary legislation governing contract formation, terms, and enforcement in Singapore. Essential for establishing the basic framework of the business agreement.
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Regulates company operations and corporate governance in Singapore. Ensures parties have proper authority to enter into agreements.
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the formation and validity of electronic contracts and digital signatures in Singapore.
Sale of Goods Act: Regulates contracts involving the sale and purchase of goods between parties.
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Ensures business agreements don't contain anti-competitive provisions or practices that could harm market competition.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Must be considered if agreement involves data handling.
Monetary Authority of Singapore Regulations: Regulatory framework for financial services and transactions if applicable to the agreement.
Goods and Services Tax Act: Tax legislation that may affect pricing, payment terms, and tax obligations in the agreement.
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of business income and transactions, affecting financial terms of the agreement.
Intellectual Property Laws: Includes Copyright Act, Trade Marks Act, and Patents Act. Essential if agreement involves IP rights or licensing.
International Trade Laws: Relevant for cross-border transactions, including UN Convention on Contracts for International Sale of Goods (CISG).
