Looking forward to 2026 and the 2026–2030 period, the southern province plans to accelerate its transition from an "extensive" to an "intensive" growth model.
The plan spans over 43,000 ha divided into five functional subdivisions, with the airport at its center acting as the "heart" of the entire urban area, facilitating massive flows of cargo and passengers.
The projected Cat Lai bridge will connect Long Thanh International Airport and Ho Chi Minh City, with investment capital estimated at VND18.8 trillion ($714.8 million).
The southern province's export turnover reached over $22.5 billion, while imports were estimated at $16 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of approximately $6.5 billion, in the first nine months of 2025.
Long Thanh urban area is envisioned as an urban hub closely linked with Long Thanh Airport, serving as a national gateway to the international community
The project targets the central section running through Long Thanh Commune, a vital traffic artery that will provide a direct link to the planned Long Thanh airport urban area.