Patriotic front president Edgar Lungu says he is not at war with Acting President Guy Scott because they are both members of the ruling party and have the same interests.
Mr Lungu dismissed perceptions that he has differences with Dr Scott and needs to reconcile with him.
He told journalists in an interview yesterday after a closed-door meeting with US Ambassador to Zambia Eric Shultz.
“There is no need for reconciliation because we are not at war. As you may be aware, he is still my vice. It is just a perception,” he said.
Mr Lungu added that Dr Scott will join the campaign when he is ready and he cannot join now because he is busy with State matters.