The US is getting involved in the selection of Lebanon's next central bank governor in an effort to combat corruption and illicit financing for Hezbollah. The US is reviewing the profiles of several candidates and has met with potential candidates to discuss their qualifications. The next governor will play a major role in economic and financial reforms to address Lebanon's financial crisis. The US is also discussing the candidates with Saudi Arabia. The current interim governor, Wassim Mansouri, has been overseeing the bank since the previous governor, Riad Salameh, left office in disgrace.