Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Primary legislation governing the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data in Singapore. Essential for defining data protection obligations in the confidentiality agreement.
Evidence Act (Chapter 97): Regulates the admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings, including electronic records and confidential communications.
Contracts Act (Chapter 53): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore, which forms the basic legal framework for the confidentiality agreement.
Official Secrets Act (Chapter 213): Relevant if the vendor might handle government-related confidential information or state secrets.
Common Law of Confidence: Legal principles developed through case law that protect confidential information and define breach of confidence.
PDPA Cross-border Transfer Provisions: Specific requirements for transferring personal data outside of Singapore, which must be addressed if the vendor operates internationally.
Employment Act: Relevant when considering how the vendor's employees will handle confidential information and their obligations.
Civil Law Act: Provides framework for civil remedies in case of breach of confidentiality obligations.
Specific Relief Act: Governs the availability of injunctive relief, which is crucial for preventing or stopping confidentiality breaches.
Limitation Act: Sets time limits for bringing legal actions, relevant for enforcement of confidentiality obligations.
International Arbitration Act: Relevant if including arbitration clauses for international vendors and cross-border disputes.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: May be relevant if confidential information includes workplace safety protocols or sensitive operational procedures.
