Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Primary legislation governing trademark protection in Singapore, covering registration, enforcement, and licensing provisions. Defines fundamental trademark rights and what constitutes infringement.
Trade Marks Rules: Subsidiary legislation providing detailed regulations for trademark procedures and specific requirements for trademark licenses and their implementation.
Intellectual Property Rights Act: Broader intellectual property protection framework that impacts trademark usage, particularly relevant for cross-border enforcement and protection.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures trademark licensing terms comply with competition laws and addresses potential anti-competitive practices in IP agreements.
Singapore Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, consideration requirements, and general terms and conditions for agreements.
Madrid Protocol: International treaty considerations for trademark registration and protection across multiple jurisdictions.
Paris Convention: International treaty providing protection for industrial property, including trademarks, across member states.
TRIPS Agreement: International agreement establishing minimum standards for intellectual property regulation in WTO member countries.
Good Faith Requirements: Singapore's specific requirements for fair dealing and reasonable commercial practices in trademark agreements.
IPOS Registration Requirements: Specific requirements from the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore regarding the recording and registration of trademark licenses.
