B- The President of the Republic shall continue to exercise his duties until after the end of the election and the meeting of the new Council of Representatives, provided that a new President of the Republic is elected within thirty days from the date of its first convening. C- In case the position of the President of the Republic becomes vacant for any reason, a new President shall be elected to complete the remaining period of the President’s term. Article 73: The President of the Republic shall assume the following powers: First: To issue a special pardon on the recommendation of the Prime Minister, except for anything concerning a private claim and for those who have been convicted of committing international crimes, terrorism, or financial and administrative corruption. Second: To ratify international treaties and agreements after the approval by the Council of Representatives. Such international treaties and agreements are considered ratified after fifteen days from the date of receipt by the President. Third: To ratify and issue the laws enacted by the Council of Representatives. Such laws are considered ratified after fifteen days from the date of receipt by the President. Fourth: To call the elected Council of Representatives to convene during a period not to exceed fifteen days from the date of approval of the election results and in the other cases stipulated in the Constitution. Fifth: To award medals and decorations on the recommendation of the Prime Minister in accordance with the law. Sixth: To accredit ambassadors. Seventh: To issue Presidential decrees. Eighth: To ratify death sentences issued by the competent courts. Ninth: To perform the duty of the High Command of the armed forces for ceremonial and honorary purposes. Tenth: To exercise any other presidential powers stipulated in this Constitution. Article 74: A law shall fix the salary and the allowances of the President of the Republic.