• What are some basic theories of liberal state building in conflict-affected or developing nations?
• Why some liberal state building efforts have succeed (for instance, Germany and Japan) while others have failed?
• What does Afghanistan's experience suggests? What are some factors that caused the failure in Afghanistan? (you can bring some historical insights here if you want)
• Now that Taliban are ruling Afghanistan, what are the prospects of democracy, human rights and development in Afghanistan?
• Finally, what are some possible options for Afghanistan?