Overview
- The presidential couple moved onto the Iana 3 on Nov. 3, with the boat moored at the Brazilian Navy’s Base Naval de Val-de-Cans in Belém.
- The vessel was contracted from Icotur Transporte e Turismo, and the Planalto says it meets requirements and reflects regional Amazonian design.
- Government spokespeople have not answered questions about costs, capacity, or why an earlier Navy option was deemed unsuitable.
- Video captured on Nov. 3 by TV Folha/Folhapress and published by Poder360 shows first lady Janja dancing aboard, with President Lula visible in the footage.
- Janja later posted an Instagram Story on Nov. 4 honoring musician Lô Borges, as Belém’s limited hotel availability continues to frame the choice to lodge on a boat.