Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing copyright protection for musical works, defining rights of copyright owners, licensing provisions, and royalty collection mechanisms in Singapore
Civil Law Act: Fundamental legislation governing contract law principles in Singapore, including contract formation, consideration, and enforcement of terms
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, relevant for handling personal information of parties in the royalty agreement
Income Tax Act: Governs tax implications of royalty payments and withholding tax requirements for international royalty transactions
Competition Act: Ensures fair business practices and prevents anti-competitive agreements in the music industry
Berne Convention: International treaty governing copyright protection across member states, of which Singapore is a signatory
WIPO Copyright Treaty: International agreement addressing copyright protection in the digital environment, applicable to Singapore
TRIPS Agreement: Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights agreement setting minimum standards for IP regulation
Mediation Act 2017: Framework for mediation proceedings in Singapore, relevant for dispute resolution clauses
Arbitration Act: Governs arbitration proceedings in Singapore, important for alternative dispute resolution provisions
COMPASS Guidelines: Industry standards set by the Composers and Authors Society of Singapore for music licensing and royalties
