between the European Economic Community and the Government of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea

Article 1

Pursuant to Article 2 of the Agreement and for the period of application of this Protocol, authorizations to fish in Equatorial Guinea's fishing zone shall be granted to 27 ocean-going freezer tuna boats.

In addition and at the request of either Party, certain further authorizations may be granted for other categories of fishing vessel on terms to be defined within the Joint Committee.

Article 2

The contribution referred to in Article 6 of the Agreement shall be fixed at a flat rate amount of not less than 180 000 ECU per year. This amount shall cover fishing activities up to a catch of 4 000 tonnes of tuna; if the catch volume by Community vessels in Equatorial Guinea's fishing zone exceeds this quantity, the aforesaid amount shall be increased accordingly.