Article 1 
The signature, on behalf of the Union, of the Protocol setting out fishing opportunities and the financial contribution provided for in the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Gabonese Republic (hereinafter, the ‘Protocol’) is hereby authorised, subject to its conclusion. The text of the Protocol is attached to this Decision.
Article 2 
The President of the Council is hereby authorised to designate the person or persons empowered to sign the Protocol on behalf of the Union.
Article 3 
The Protocol shall be applied provisionally, in accordance with Article 14 thereof, from the date of its signature, pending the completion of the procedures necessary for its conclusion.
Article 4 
This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption.