The first China International PX/PTA/MEG (2004) Forum was convened in Shanghai Rainbow Hotel during 12-13 June, 2004. Sponsored by China National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), China Chemical Fiber Association (CCFA) and China National Chemical Fiber Corp (CNCFC), and organized by China Chemical Fiber Economic Information Network (CCFEI), the forum attracted over 300 participants from more than 20 countries and regions around the world, including governmental institution, industrial association, feedstock suppliers, polyester producers, and related traders and equipment providers. Speakers included BP, Koch, Invista, Reliance, Dow Chemical, Xianglu Petrochemical, PetroChina, Sinopec, Yizheng Chemical Fiber and etc. During the forum, China National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) convened the "polyester enterprise symposia" in order to make investigation for formulating related policies. Meanwhile, Invista and Chemtex Engineering Co., Ltd held "Invista Banquet" and "Chemtex Cocktail Lounge" respectively, which created a fabulous communication space for participants. Conference Papers