Article 1 
The signing of the Protocol between the European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco setting out the fishing opportunities and financial compensation provided for in the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the European Community and the Kingdom of Morocco (hereinafter referred to as ‘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(s) empowered to sign the Protocol on behalf of the Union, subject to its conclusion.
Article 3 
The Protocol shall be applied on a provisional basis from 28 February 2011, pending the completion of the procedures for its conclusion.
Article 4 
This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption.