I think archaic forex regulations are more of a blocker than free travel but what I meant is It can't be hard to agree to let diplomats travel easily. The impact is almost immaterial.

What forex regulations? How are they blockers?

It certainly seems symbolic, and I imagine it will at least bring some level of greater simplicity to diplomats/dignitaries.

That picture of the guy kissing the passport? I bet that wouldn't be happening if it were a meaningless non-milestone.

"That picture of the guy kissing the passport? I bet that wouldn't be happening if it were a meaningless non-milestone."

Somehow I doubt that that individual has any trouble obtaining whatever documentation is necessary to travel on official business. Short of some sort of political-spat between countries, all approvals for diplomats is probably rubber-stamped as soon as the details are confirmed/verified.

Here's a quick overview of South African exchange control [1]. Another example is withholding tax which a number of African countries legislate.

These are blockers because they create friction for small business that wants to expand into other African countries.

1. http://www.money-transfers.co.za/south-africa-exchange-contr...