THE Philippine Navy (PN) on Tuesday expressed optimism it would eventually occupy Grande Island and Chiquita Island once declared as military reservations.

Navy spokesman for the West Philippine Sea RAdm. Roy Vincent Trinidad said he expected the islands would be reverted for government's use should these be awarded as military installations.

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