Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing company formation, operations, corporate governance requirements, and directors' duties and responsibilities in Singapore
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Regulates anti-competitive practices, market dominance restrictions, and vertical agreements in Singapore's business environment
Sale of Goods Act (Cap. 393): Governs terms and conditions for sale of goods, product quality standards, and transfer of title in commercial transactions
Contract Law (Application of Laws) Act: Establishes principles for contract formation, validity, and enforcement under Singapore law
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests and regulates fair trading practices, particularly relevant if distribution involves consumer goods
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data between JV partners and customer data protection
Trade Marks Act: Protects trademarks and intellectual property rights in distribution arrangements
Patents Act: Governs patent protection and rights in commercial arrangements
Copyright Act: Protects copyright and related intellectual property rights in distribution agreements
Income Tax Act: Governs tax implications for JV structure and distribution of profits
Licensing Requirements: Covers sector-specific licenses and import/export permits required for business operations
Foreign Investment Rules: Regulates foreign ownership, investment restrictions, and participation in Singapore businesses
Exchange Control Regulations: Governs international payments and currency considerations in cross-border transactions
Industry-Specific Regulations: Includes specific requirements for food safety, health products, consumer goods safety, and industry standards depending on products being distributed
