There will be some token debate by MIW on the population white paper. After that PAP will annouce : hey singaporeans, we hear your concerns. Our target for 2030 will be now set at 6.2 to 6.5m. But Singaporeans must be prepared to accept a lower quality of life. They will not tell you this 6.2 to 6.5m has been their original target all along.
Before concluding, PAP will add in a disclaimer. Do not blame us if the economy of Singapore go backwards if we 'listen' to you and adjust the population growth.
In 2030 if SG is still doing ok, it is because of the astute leadership of PAP despite the lack of growth in population. Self praise all round for MIW + self declare pay increase.
In 2030 if SG is doing badly then it becomes the fault of SG citizens for not heeding the advice of MIW.
Heads they win, tails we lose.