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The Romanian Presidential Administration plans to extend a secret lobbying contract with Eversheds Sutherland for an additional six months, totaling $3.4 million. This adds to the nearly $7 million already spent, but the specific services rendered remain unclear. The administration has faced scrutiny over the lack of transparency regarding the contract's outcomes and effectiveness. Despite inquiries from Gândul, the administration has classified details about the services provided. The contract, initially signed for six months, is set to expire soon, and while there is no automatic renewal clause, discussions about its future are ongoing. The lobbying effort aims to strengthen Romania's ties with the U.S., but critics question the necessity of outsourcing diplomatic relations.