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by chadk 1441 days ago
I really wish them well. Dr Nakamura Tetsu worked for 30 years in Afghanistan and was able to make huge changes there, so I know it is possible.

https://chadkohalyk.com/2021/03/24/nakamura-tetsu/

The one thing my pessimist outlook (and something that might be reflected in other takes here on HN) is that Nakamura was adamant about focusing on local needs. He gave short shrift to global programs and NGOs. What made him different, and what I think made him successful, was that he _listened_ to the people.