Contract Law (Chapter 2): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Fundamental legislation governing civil matters including contractual relationships and obligations
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic transactions, digital signatures, and electronic payment systems in Singapore
Payment Services Act 2019: Regulates payment systems and payment service providers in Singapore
Payment and Settlement Systems (Finality and Netting) Act: Ensures legal certainty for payment and settlement systems, particularly regarding finality of transactions
Banking Act (Chapter 19): Regulates banking operations and financial transactions in Singapore
Currency Act (Chapter 69): Governs the use and handling of Singapore currency
Monetary Authority of Singapore Act: Establishes and defines the powers of MAS in regulating financial institutions and payment systems
Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act: Anti-money laundering legislation relevant for payment processing
Terrorism (Suppression of Financing) Act: Prevents and criminalizes terrorism financing through payment systems
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests in commercial transactions including payment arrangements
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and protects parties from unreasonable contract provisions
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in payment processing
Privity of Contract Principle: Legal doctrine particularly relevant for third-party agreements, determining rights and obligations of parties
