Former Colombian President Iván Duque has been appointed to the board of directors at Metro Bank, the UK-based lender founded by Jaime Gilinski.
The move places the ex-head of state alongside Gilinski and his daughter, Dorita Gilinski, who already serve on the bank's governing body.
The appointment marks a notable shift in the bank's governance profile, bringing a prominent international political figure into its executive oversight.
Duque will share the boardroom with the bank's founder and his family, reinforcing the close-knit leadership structure that has characterized Metro Bank since its inception.
For investors, the addition of a former head of state to the board may be viewed as an effort to enhance the bank's global profile and political connections.
However, the immediate financial implications for Metro Bank's shares (MTRO.L) remain uncertain, as the role is primarily strategic rather than operational.