of the welfare of the subjects. But no Ordinance shall in any way
alter any of the existing laws.

Article 10. The Emperor determines the organization of the
different branches of the administration, and salaries of all
civil and military officers, and appoints and dismisses the same.
Exceptions especially provided for in the present Constitution or
in other laws, shall be in accordance with the respective
provisions (bearing thereon).

Article 11. The Emperor has the supreme command of the Army
and Navy.

Article 12. The Emperor determines the organization and
peace standing of the Army and Navy.

Article 13. The Emperor declares war, makes peace, and
concludes treaties.

Article 14. The Emperor declares a state of siege.

(2) The conditions and effects of a state of siege shall be
determined by law.

Article 15. The Emperor confers titles of nobility, rank,
orders and other marks of honor.

Article 16. The Emperor orders amnesty, pardon, commutation
of punishments and rehabilitation.