This annual report summarizes Celanese Corporation's performance in 2006. It discusses Celanese's vision to become the premier chemical company through operational excellence, sustainable earnings growth, and value creation. In 2006, Celanese continued executing its transformation strategy through acquisitions that strengthened its global position and cost improvements that increased productivity. The report outlines Celanese's six-point strategy for the next three years, focusing on expansion in Asia, revitalization of businesses, innovation, organic growth, maintaining a strong balance sheet, and achieving operational excellence.