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Article 73. The Cabinet, in addition to other general administrative functions, shall perform the following functions: Administer the law faithfully; conduct affairs of state. Manage foreign affairs. Conclude treaties. However, it shall obtain prior or, depending on circumstances, subsequent approval of the Diet. Administer the civil service, in accordance with standards established by law. Prepare the budget, and present it to the Diet. Enact cabinet orders in order to execute the provisions of this Constitution and of the law. However, it cannot include penal provisions in such cabinet orders unless authorized by such law. Decide on general amnesty, special amnesty, commutation of punishment, reprieve, and restoration of rights.