The Guatemalan Ministry of Public Finance has announced a series of legislative initiatives aimed at improving the country’s economic framework, according to posts made on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on November 11, 2025.
In an announcement published that day, the ministry stated: "Este lunes se presentó ante el @CongresoGuate la iniciativa de Ley para la Facilitación del Cumplimiento en la Devolución de Impuestos, que tiene como objetivo crear mayores y mejores condiciones para el crecimiento y desarrollo económico del país." (November 11, 2025). The ministry indicated that this bill is intended to foster improved conditions for economic growth and development in Guatemala.
Later the same day, Jonathan Menkos Zeissig, Minister of Public Finance, revealed further legislative plans. He said: "El ministro de Finanzas Públicas, Jonathan Menkos Zeissig (@jmenkos), anunció que en las próximas dos semanas se presentará al @CongresoGuate la nueva iniciativa de Ley de Contrataciones Públicas, que sustituirá la normativa actual, aprobada en 1992, la cual ya está" (November 11, 2025). This new Public Procurement Law initiative aims to replace regulations that have been in place since 1992.
Additionally, during a press conference referred to as #LaRonda, Minister Menkos addressed concerns about recent media coverage. The ministry posted: "Durante su participación en la conferencia de prensa #LaRonda el ministro de Finanzas Públicas, Jonathan Menkos Zeissig @jmenkos, aclaró aspectos de un reportaje publicado por @republicagt , el cual contiene varias de imprecisiones." (November 11, 2025).
The Guatemalan Ministry of Public Finance regularly communicates updates on fiscal policy and government initiatives through its official channels. The current legal framework for public procurement in Guatemala was established over three decades ago; efforts to modernize it reflect ongoing attempts by authorities to adapt regulatory frameworks to evolving economic needs.
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