Pakistan’s electorate showcased a significant shift in sentiment against the influential military, which, despite the results, is expected to continue exerting considerable influence. The military’s behind-the-scenes power appears to be strengthening. However, skepticism abounds regarding the effectiveness of the emerging weak coalition government, reminiscent of past administrations, especially in light of the nation’s recent reclassification to an “authoritarian regime” by the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2023 Democracy Index.