Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law principles and enforceability of contracts in Singapore
Agency Law (Common Law): Based on English common law principles, defines principal-agent relationships, obligations and duties in agency relationships
International Enterprise Singapore Board Act: Regulates international trade activities and commercial relationships with foreign entities
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Governs anti-competitive practices and exclusive dealing arrangements in commercial relationships
Business Registration Act: Sets out registration requirements for businesses operating in Singapore
Companies Act: Relevant for foreign company registration and compliance requirements
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applicable when dealing with consumer goods, ensures fair trading practices
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in commercial relationships
Employment Act: Important for distinguishing between agency and employment relationships
Central Provident Fund Act: Relevant for determining contribution obligations if relationship risks being classified as employment
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of income derived from agency relationships
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST obligations in commercial agency transactions
