In cases of extreme urgency, or force majeure that require measures of utmost urgency by issuing special laws, and in such cases when the Shura Council is not in session, the Emir may issue pertinent decrees that have the power of law, provided that such decrees are not contrary to the basic guiding  principles of the policy of the State. Such decree shall be presented to the Shura Council to take its advice thereon at its first meeting.