Contract Law (Chapter 53): Primary legislation governing contractual relationships in Singapore, establishing fundamental principles for contract formation, enforcement, and remedies
Evidence Act (Chapter 97): Governs the admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings, including documentation of confidential information and breach of NDA
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data, which may be part of the confidential information protected under the NDA
Common Law Principles of Confidentiality: Legal principles developed through case law that protect confidential information and trade secrets in Singapore
Employment Act (Chapter 91): Relevant when NDAs involve employees or employment relationships, affecting terms and enforceability
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Ensures that NDA provisions do not contravene competition laws, particularly regarding market restrictions
Copyright Act (Chapter 63): Protects original works that may be part of the confidential information covered by the NDA
Patents Act (Chapter 221): Relevant when NDAs cover patentable innovations or technical information
Trade Marks Act (Chapter 332): Applies when confidential information includes trademark-related materials
Registered Designs Act (Chapter 266): Pertinent when NDAs cover design-related confidential information
Doctrine of Consideration: Legal principle requiring that contracts must be supported by consideration to be enforceable
International Private Law: Governs cross-border aspects of NDAs, including choice of law and jurisdiction provisions
