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Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012: Governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal data. Requires consent for sharing personal information and is critical when including individual details in reference letters.

Employment Act (Chapter 91): While not directly governing reference letters, provides important context for employment-related documentation and ensures accurate representation of employment terms and duration.

Defamation Act (Chapter 75): Ensures all statements in reference letters are truthful and non-defamatory, protecting against potential libel claims.

Contract Law (Common Law): Ensures accuracy of statements and protects against misrepresentation in documented references.

Factual Accuracy Requirement: Best practice requiring all information in reference letters to be verifiable, with precise dates, project details, and roles.

Confidentiality Guidelines: Best practice requiring respect for Non-Disclosure Agreements and protection of proprietary information in reference letters.

Professional Standards: Best practice requiring maintenance of objectivity and focus on relevant professional information in reference letters.

Authorization Requirements: Best practice ensuring proper authority to issue references and obtaining necessary permissions for referencing specific projects.