Article 1 
The signing of the Protocol agreed between the European Union and the Republic of Guinea-Bissau setting out fishing opportunities and the financial contribution provided for in the Fisheries Partnership Agreement in force between the two parties (hereinafter ‘the Protocol’) is hereby authorised on behalf of the Union, 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 apply on a provisional basis from 16 June 2011, pending the completion of the procedures for its conclusion
Article 4 
This Decision shall enter into force on the day of its adoption.