Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law in Singapore, providing the fundamental framework for contract formation and enforcement
Common Law Principles: Singapore follows English common law principles for contract interpretation and enforcement where not superseded by statute
Sale of Goods Act (Cap. 393): Regulates the sale of goods and provides statutory provisions for commercial transactions involving goods
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant if the forward contract is executed electronically
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulates securities, futures, and derivatives trading - crucial for forward contracts involving securities or commodities
MAS Regulations: Monetary Authority of Singapore regulations governing derivatives trading and financial instruments
UN Convention on International Sale of Goods: International treaty governing cross-border sale of goods, if applicable to the forward contract
INCOTERMS Rules: International commercial terms defining responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international transactions
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests in commercial transactions, applicable if one party is a consumer
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded
Arbitration Act: Governs arbitration proceedings as a dispute resolution mechanism in Singapore
Mediation Act: Provides framework for mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method
