Hien luong: After the Geneva Accords 1954 were signed on July 21, 1954, the Hien Luong - Ben Hai area (the 17th parallel) became a temporary military demarcation line, dividing the country for more than 20 years. As war has receded into the past, the Ben Hai River today is changing day by day, no longer a line of division but a symbol of reunification, reconciliation, and the aspiration for peace. According to Vietnam News Agency, after decades of conflict, the significance of the Hien Luong - Ben Hai region has evolved from a stark reminder of division to a beacon of unity and hope. The transformation of this area reflects the broader journey of the nation towards healing and peace.