Contracts Act (Cap. 2): Primary legislation governing the formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore, providing the fundamental legal framework for NDAs as contractual agreements
Evidence Act (Cap. 97): Governs the handling and admissibility of confidential communications and evidence in legal proceedings
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data, including cross-border data transfer requirements
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Regulates merger control and information sharing between companies, relevant for acquisition contexts
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Applies to transactions involving listed companies and regulates securities market conduct
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Provides framework for corporate governance and company operations in Singapore
Code on Take-overs and Mergers: Regulates acquisition activities involving public companies in Singapore
Banking Act: Specific regulations for transactions involving financial institutions and banking sector confidential information
Insurance Act: Specific regulations for transactions involving insurance companies and related confidential information
Telecommunications Act: Specific regulations for transactions in the telecommunications sector
Employment Act: Governs employment relationships and protection of employee information in Singapore
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Regulates workplace safety information and related confidential data
Common Law Principles: Traditional legal principles protecting trade secrets and confidential information through case law
SGX Listing Rules: Regulations governing listed companies on the Singapore Exchange, including disclosure obligations
