Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Primary legislation governing copyright protection in Singapore, particularly relevant for software licensing and intellectual property rights
Patents Act (Cap. 221): Regulates patent rights and protection, important if the license involves patented technology
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Governs trademark protection and usage rights in licensed products or services
Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore
Electronic Transactions Act (Cap. 88): Regulates electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant for digital licensing agreements
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (Cap. 52A): Ensures fair trading practices and consumer protection in licensing agreements involving consumers
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Prevents anti-competitive practices in licensing agreements and market operations
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore, relevant if license involves data handling
WIPO Copyright Treaty: International treaty establishing copyright protection standards, particularly for digital and software works
TRIPS Agreement: International agreement on intellectual property rights, setting minimum standards for IP protection
Common Law Principles: Legal principles developed through case law covering contract formation, consideration, capacity, terms, and remedies
Singapore Free Trade Agreements: Bilateral and multilateral trade agreements that may affect intellectual property rights and licensing terms
