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United Arab Emirates Constitution  of foreign states to the UAE, and receive their letters of credence; and sign the instruments appointing and accepting the credence of the representatives.
 * 8. Supervise, through the Federal Council of Ministers and the competent ministers, the implementation of federal laws, decrees and decisions.
 * 9. Represent the UAE internally, before the other states, and in all international relations.
 * 10. Grant pardon, commutate punishment, and approve capital sentences in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution and federal laws.
 * 11. Confer civil and military decorations and Medals of Honor in accordance with the relevant laws.
 * 12. Exercise such powers as may be vested in him by the Supreme Council or provided in the Constitution or federal laws.

The Federal Council of Ministers consists of the Prime Minister, his deputies and a number of ministers.

For a person to be a minister that person must be a citizen of the UAE known for his competence and experience.