It is a matter of Catholic Faith that there will be a Pope until the end of time. (DZ 2145)
Therefore the Church in this extraordinary case must find a way to elect a Pope.
It is a matter of dogmatic fact that on July 16, 1990, the Catholic Church proceeded to elect a Pope in accord with the spirit of the Doctrines and Laws of the Catholic Church. in accord with the spirit of the Doctrines and Laws
On July 15, all present made the Profession of Faith as required and on July 16, assembled for the election.