For a quicker getaway from the capital, head to the Genting Highlands in the state of Pahang, which boasts a casino and resort that's a favorite with Kuala Lumpur gamblers.

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"I believe the people will make a wise decision, " Mr. Najib was quoted as saying by state-run news agency Bernama after he cast his ballot to defend his parliamentary seat in the eastern Pahang state.

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"I believe the people will make a wise decision, " Mr. Najib was quoted as saying by state-run news agency Bernama as saying after he cast his ballot to defend his parliamentary seat in the eastern Pahang state.

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Already in the planning stages: a 37-km tunnel to channel water from the Benus river in water-rich Pahang state to drought-stricken Selangor state, and a pipe to link the Gombak river in KL to the Wangsa Maju water treatment plant.

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