The Thủ Thiêm 4 bridge, with an investment of over 5 trillion VND, is set to connect the southern districts of Ho Chi Minh City with the eastern areas, shortening travel distances by approximately 5 to 8 kilometers. The project is expected to commence construction around September 2, 2026, coinciding with Vietnam's National Day, and is scheduled for completion in 2028.

Currently, residents from the southern districts, including District 7, District 4, and Nhà Bè, must navigate through the city center to reach the Thủ Thiêm urban area or the former Thủ Đức city. This route typically involves using major thoroughfares such as Nguyễn Tất Thành, Tôn Đức Thắng, and several bridges, which often experience heavy traffic congestion during peak hours.

The Thủ Thiêm 4 bridge, measuring approximately 2.16 kilometers in total length with a 1.635-kilometer bridge span, is designed to accommodate eight lanes—six for motor vehicles and two for mixed use. It will link Nguyễn Văn Linh Street in Tân Thuận with Nguyễn Cơ Thạch Street in the Thủ Thiêm urban area, creating a direct connection over the Saigon River.

Upon completion, the bridge will not only reduce travel time but also lessen the burden on existing roadways, including Nguyễn Tất Thành and other heavily trafficked routes. This new infrastructure will facilitate better logistics and transportation between the Tân Thuận Export Processing Zone and the eastern urban areas, enhancing the overall efficiency of the region's transport network.

Moreover, the Thủ Thiêm 4 bridge is expected to stimulate economic development in the Thủ Thiêm urban area and the southern region of Ho Chi Minh City, forming a new economic corridor along the banks of the Saigon River.