Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing company formation, management, operations, corporate governance requirements, and directors' duties and responsibilities in Singapore
Partnership Act (Cap. 391): Governs partnership structures, defining rights and obligations of partners if the joint venture is structured as a partnership
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Regulates anti-competitive practices, merger control provisions, and market dominance considerations in Singapore
Contract Law (Common Law): Application of common law principles, including Misrepresentation Act and Unfair Contract Terms Act for contractual relationships
Foreign Investment Regulations: Covers foreign ownership restrictions and necessary investment approvals for international joint ventures in Singapore
Employment Act (Cap. 91): Ensures labor law compliance and proper employment terms for joint venture employees
Intellectual Property Laws: Comprises Patents Act, Trade Marks Act, and Copyright Act for protection and management of intellectual property in the joint venture
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific licensing requirements and regulatory compliance obligations depending on the joint venture's industry
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of corporate income and profit distribution in the joint venture
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST obligations and compliance requirements for the joint venture's operations
Double Taxation Agreements: International tax treaties affecting cross-border aspects of the joint venture's operations and profit repatriation
