Contract Act 1872: Primary legislation governing contract formation, performance, and termination in Singapore, including principles of valid contract termination
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Legislation governing the sale and distribution of goods, including rights and obligations of parties in commercial transactions
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Chapter 396): Regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded in commercial agreements
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Governs post-termination restrictions and anti-competitive practices in distribution agreements
Trade Secrets Act 2018: Protects confidential information and trade secrets, relevant for post-termination obligations
United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG): International treaty governing cross-border sale of goods, if applicable to the distribution relationship
Arbitration Act (Chapter 10): Framework for arbitration proceedings in Singapore, relevant for dispute resolution mechanisms
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation proceedings and enforceability of mediated settlement agreements
Common Law Principles: Case law and precedents regarding reasonable notice, legitimate expectations, and general contract termination principles
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific distribution requirements, licensing, and consumer protection laws applicable to the particular industry
