Explain the principle of absolute immunity
The absolute immunity principle gradually eroded and restrictive immunity approach was followed. However, many developing countries remain opposed to restrictive immunity. The difficult issue in the case of restrictive immunity is the difference between acts jure imperi- acts in public authority in respect of which there would still be immunity and acts jure gestionis-commercial or private acts in respect of which there is no longer any immunity. Since a lot of overlapping exists, thereby, the States must take reasonable steps to ensure and be liable for their actions and should not enjoy the traditional immunity. Furthermore, the UN Convention on Jurisdictional Immunities of States and their Property stated that immunity must be given to the diplomats and Article 5 relates to absolute immunity.