Conflict between government and opposition creates uncertainty , damages security . Pakistan 's powerful military often intervenes but has so far remained neutral . However , a war can not be completely ruled out . PM Nawaz Sharif might come out of office weakened with the military controlling foreign and domestic affairs .
Standoff between government and opposition creates uncertainty , damages economy . Pakistan 's powerful army often intervenes but has so far remained neutral . However , a coup can not be completely ruled out . PM Nawaz Sharif might come out of crisis weakened with the military controlling foreign and security policies .