Mohammad Yasmin bin Haji Umar, born in Brunei on 23 April 1956,[1] pursued his early education at Anthony Abell College in Seria.

[1] Yasmin began his career in the Royal Brunei Malay Regiment (RBMR) as a commissioned officer, receiving a promotion to lieutenant on 9 November 1981.

During the 23rd National Day celebration, he reiterated the sultan's message that the country's future progress, both regionally and internationally, relies on effectively managing its human resources to produce specialists and intellectuals.

[10] Shortly after his appointment, on 2 November 2011, Yasmin became one of the respondents in a legal case filed by Captain (Retired) Huraizah Duraman, who alleged wrongful dismissal from the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF).

[11] In 2011, Yasmin criticised Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) for allowing large businesses to dominate energy contracts, which he believed hindered the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

He called for greater transparency and faster vendor registration to support SMEs, advocating for a more inclusive approach to contract allocation in the energy sector.

[13] On 22 October 2015, Yasmin was appointed minister of energy and industry in the PMO as part of a wider cabinet reshuffle, which saw several top officials reassigned to new roles.

He underscored the need for a workforce that aligns with Brunei's principles of Melayu Islam Beraja, emphasising the importance of integrity in public and private sectors.

[15] On 7 May 2017, Yasmin met with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy, Industry and Mineral Resources, Khalid A. Al-Falih, to discuss strengthening Brunei–Saudi relations.

He highlighted the government's initiative to train 1,000 MSMEs in e-commerce through Darussalam Enterprise, aimed at improving their operations and boosting the national economy.

Yasmin was named as one of the 12 defendants in the case, which became widely discussed after a leaked letter related to the dispute went viral on social media.

Armtr Corporation's complaint focused on an alleged breach of contracts and income loss between 2012 and 2016, and the case was seen as part of the sultan's efforts to resolve conflicts of interest and promote government transparency.

[22] This significant reorganisation, aimed at advancing the sultan's commitment to combating corruption and fostering national development, sought to introduce fresh talent and accelerate the implementation of Wawasan Brunei 2035.

[1] Yasmin was honoured by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah with the manteri title of Pehin Datu Singamanteri, bearing the style Yang Dimuliakan.