It is possible, but it depends on circumstances, the resistance of natives to imported ideas, and how they perceive the source.

The Vietnamese are quite receptive to new ideas that will improve their lives, they'd resist them if it came from a colonial or occupying force where the intent is to tighten control over their lives, as compared to the present policy of exploiting capitalism to advance the GDP, improve the lives of the proletariat and enrich the elite.

Afghanistan requires a critical mass of urbanization to counter balance the warlords and tribal elders who are protective of the influence they command in their bailiwicks, and the Taliban who tap into a deeply embedded independent minded paranoiac patriarchal culture to justify and sustain their insurgency and eventual power grab. Outside of those who are directly bribed by the Americans (Karzai) and those with the most to lose (educated women), you won't have that required bedrock of support.

In fifty years Afghanistan might be comfortable with accepting the benefits of civilization.