Francisco Quezada

Francisco Quezada

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Francisco Quezada is an analyst at the Centro de Investigaciones Económicas Nacionales (Cien) in Guatemala, where he provides insights on legislative processes and political dynamics. He has been vocal about the implications of proposed reforms to the Organic Law of the Legislative Body, warning that attempts to revive transfuguismo could undermine legislative integrity. Quezada's expertise offers a critical perspective on the intersection of law and political maneuvering in Guatemala.

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Francisco Quezada is an analyst who commented on the fragility of political alliances in the Congress.

Elección de magistrados de la CC en el Congreso expone desgaste político del bloque oficial y fragilidad de alianzas
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2026-03-07
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Francisco Quezada, from the Centro de Investigaciones Económicas Nacionales, criticized the need for a state of emergency declared by the Executive.

Operativos durante el estado de sitio fueron limitados y sin capturas clave, afirman expertos
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2026-02-17
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Francisco Quezada is a member of the Center for National Economic Research who questions the need for so many temporary contracts.

Contratos temporales en el Congreso aumentan durante la presidencia de Nery Ramos
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2026-01-12
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Francisco Quezada is an analyst who commented on the implications of the recent integration of the magistrates.

TSE no ha celebrado sesiones de pleno desde el retorno de sus magistrados titulares
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-12-04
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Francisco Quezada warns that the budget approval process could be exploited by politicians.

Analistas advierten opacidad si el Congreso aprueba el presupuesto 2026 de urgencia nacional
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-11-18
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Francisco Quezada noted that the official party won the vote but questioned how they secured support.

El reto clave de la nueva Junta Directiva del Congreso: alcanzar consensos
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-11-06
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Francisco Quezada explains the implications of the Constitutional Court's order regarding the Congress session.

Oposición aprovecha orden de la CC para disputar la Junta Directiva del Congreso
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-11-03
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Francisco Quezada is an analyst from the Centro de Investigaciones Económicas Nacionales (Cien) who commented on the issues surrounding the intelligence of the penitentiary system.

Gobernación destina 90% de su presupuesto a nóminas, servicios y alimentos
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-10-21
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Francisco Quezada warns that the opposition fears the official party may start buying votes openly.

Oficialismo y oposición en nuevo pulso político por elección de Junta Directiva
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-10-21
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Francisco Quezada detailed that some of the worst practices identified are from EPQ, OJ, Mineco, and Usac.

Siete pactos colectivos consumen Q2 mil 450 millones anuales, advierte el CIEN
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-10-01
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Francisco Quezada noted that the Congress likely will maintain the salary increase.

Sin presión social ni voluntad política, aumento de sueldo a diputados apunta a consolidarse para el 2026
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-09-27
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Francisco Quezada, a researcher at the National Economic Research Center (CIEN), explains the legal definition of terrorism in Guatemala.

¿Declarar terroristas a las maras o aumentar penas? Qué tan efectivas y aplicables podrían ser estas leyes en Guatemala
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-09-11
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Francisco Quezada is from the Centro de Investigaciones Económicas Nacionales and analyzed the budget implications.

¿Transparencia o gobernabilidad? el reto de Arévalo frente a la ley que reduce controles a Q9 mil millones
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-09-09
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Francisco Quezada shares a similar view to Hidalgo regarding the political dynamics in Congress.

Alianza Aguirre–Rodríguez se enfila como el grupo dominante para el cambio de directiva y las elecciones del 2026
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-09-04
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Francisco Quezada pointed out that not updating electoral residence can lead to manipulation and voter transportation by politicians.

TSE está a cinco meses de cerrar el cambio de residencia electoral para las votaciones del 2027
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-08-26
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Francisco Quezada criticized the effectiveness of interpellations as a mechanism of oversight.

Interpelaciones consumen 33 sesiones y casi Q10 millones en pagos a diputados
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-08-21
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Francisco Quezada is from the Centro de Investigaciones Económicas Nacionales and commented on the low legislative productivity.

Oficialismo, sin control sobre el presupuesto del 2026 y futura elección de magistrados del TSE y la CC
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-07-29
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Francisco Quezada is an analyst at the CIEN who explained the legal framework regarding state procurement.

¿Por qué la PNC prefiere pistolas Beretta y por qué solo un proveedor tiene ventaja?
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-07-08
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Francisco Quezada is a researcher at Cien who criticized the congressional sessions for lacking meaningful discussion.

Pleno del Congreso es convocado para dos sesiones en un día y diputados podrán cobrar las dietas de todo el mes
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-06-17
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Francisco Quezada is an analyst who discussed the defense strategy in the case against Sinibaldi.

Juicio contra Alejandro Sinibaldi todavía depende de la voluntad de la CC
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-06-14
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Francisco Quezada anticipates that the electoral logistics will vary significantly due to the number of candidates and parties.

Analistas y políticos abogan por reformas prontas
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-06-03
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Francisco Quezada warned that the government's division could lead to greater ungovernability.

División en Semilla hará eco en la Presidencia y complicaría la gestión de Bernardo Arévalo, según analistas
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-05-27
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Francisco Quezada explained that a viceminister does not have immunity, allowing authorities to act freely against such officials.

Abogados explican por qué Luis Pacheco, viceministro de Desarrollo Sostenible, no tenía inmunidad
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-04-24
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Francisco Quezada compared the current board's management of resources to previous administrations, noting its audacity.

Observan despilfarro en los gastos del Congreso
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-04-11
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Francisco Quezada is a lawyer and analyst who emphasized that businesses must comply with regulations regarding licenses and permits.

Cierres forzados en abarroterías generan quejas contra operativos policiales
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-04-10
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Francisco Quezada, an analyst from Cien, indicates that the hiring of municipal personnel is increasing and emphasizes the need to determine their real function.

en riesgo de usurpar las funciones de la PNC
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-04-01
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Francisco Quezada from Cien analyzes the differences between deputies and magistrates regarding their qualifications and evaluations.

Incremento salarial de diputados carece de  respaldo técnico
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-03-05
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Francisco Quezada stated that combined patrols and occupation of areas generate an immediate impact on security.

por qué esta “vieja estrategia” entre PNC y Ejército no puede ser permanente y según expertos cómo se mide su efectividad
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-02-22
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